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In the mainstream theology of Sunni [[Islam]], the Prophet Muhammad is known as '''al-Insān al-Kāmil''' (the perfect human) and '''uswa hasana''' (an excellent model of conduct). This is taken to mean that his conduct in all things, from how he prayed, how he conducted himself in business and in war, his sexual relations with his wives, slaves and concubines, and even how he cleaned himself after defecation and urination is an exemplar and model for all humans to follow at all times, regardless of historical circumstance and independent of culture. Salafis tend to apply the concept in the most literal way, though are often criticised by other Muslims, while Islamic Modernists and Quranists tend to take the most adaptable approach. While stories in which Muhammad shows qualities such as piety, patience and kindness to children may be emphasised, other aspects of his conduct reported in the tradition can be controversial. | In the mainstream theology of Sunni [[Islam]], the Prophet Muhammad is known as '''al-Insān al-Kāmil''' (the perfect human) and '''uswa hasana''' (an excellent model of conduct). This is taken to mean that his conduct in all things, from how he prayed, how he conducted himself in business and in war, his sexual relations with his wives, slaves and concubines, and even how he cleaned himself after defecation and urination is an exemplar and model for all humans to follow at all times, regardless of historical circumstance and independent of culture. Salafis tend to apply the concept in the most literal way, though are often criticised by other Muslims, while Islamic Modernists and Quranists tend to take the most adaptable approach. While stories in which Muhammad shows qualities such as piety, patience and kindness to children may be emphasised, other aspects of his conduct reported in the tradition can be controversial. | ||