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2772. It was narrated from Hammâd bin Zaid from Thâbit, that the Prophet ﷺ was mentioned before Anas bin Mâlik
and he said: "He was the best of people, the most generous of people, the most courageous of people. The people of Al-Madinah became alarmed one night, and he was the first of them to investigate the noise and din. He was riding a horse belonging to Abu Talhah, bareback, with no saddle. His sword was hanging from his neck and he was saying: 'O people, do not be afraid,' sending them back to their houses. Then he said of the horse, 'We found it like a sea,' or, 'It is a sea.'"[1] (Sahih)
Hammâd said: Thâbit or someone else narrated to me, saying: "Abu Talhah's horse was slow, but it was never left behind after that day."
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Riding a horse without a saddle or the like is allowed.
One should not fall short of admitting the virtues of others. This practice used to inspire the Companions and the followers. However, improper admiration that may arouse the feelings of pride, arrogance, and flattering, is forbidden.
The blessings, on many occasions, received from the Prophet ﷺ is a proof of the truthfulness of his prophethood.
