SIRAH: A Kiss from The Prophet

Jabir ibn Samrah (RA) was a little child who loved Rasulullah
(SAW) and never missed a chance to be with him. Each day he went
to Masjid an-Nabi (the Mosque of the Prophet) to offer Salat
(regular prayer) behind the Prophet (SAW). He enjoyed the Prophet's
recitations and speeches. When Rasulullah went out, the little boy
often followed him around.

One day, after completing the Salat, Rasulullah (SAW) left for
home. The little Jabir ibn Samrah followed him again. Some of
the children saw Rasulullah walking by. They all went running to him
saying, "O Rasulullah, we love you. O Rasulullah, we love you."
Rasulullah stopped to hug and kiss the children. As he turned
around, he saw Jabir behind him. Rasulullah looked at Jabir
affectionately and said, "Oh, you are following me once again."
Then he hugged Jabir and kissed him.

Jabir (RA) always remembered Rasulullah's warmth. Long after
Rasulullah passed away, Jabir used to tell people how much
he missed the Prophet's love...


Notes:
Sirah = Story of the life of the Prophet and Messenger of God, Muhammad (SAW).
Rasulullah = The Messenger of God, Muhammad (SAW)
SAW = Sallallahu 'alayhi wasalam (may God's blessing and peace be upon him)
RA = Radhiallahu 'anhu/'anha (may God be pleased with him/her).

Reference:
STORIES OF THE SIRAH
YOUNG SAHABAH OF RASULULLAH (SAW)
by: Abid'ullah Ghazi & Tasneema K.Ghazi.