According to a prophetic saying recorded in authoritative Hadith collections, Hazrat Adam's height was sixty cubits, which is approximately 90 feet.
The Mentioned Height
The specific height of Hazrat Adam (peace be upon him) is mentioned in a Hadith (saying or tradition of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) that is considered highly authentic. This Hadith is found in two of the most reliable collections of Hadith:
- Sahih al-Bukhārī
- Sahih Muslim
The reference states the following prophetic saying: "God created Adam sixty cubits (approx. 90 feet) tall and human- kind has since been decreasing in height."
Height Measurement
The height is given in cubits, an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the longest finger. While the exact measure of a cubit varied historically, the Hadith provides a corresponding approximation in feet.
Let's look at the height based on the reference:
| Unit | Height |
|---|---|
| Cubits | Sixty |
| Feet | Approx. 90 |
This traditional account indicates that the initial human stature was significantly greater than it is in the present day.
