Manhood Definition !

Etymology
man + hood

Noun

manhood (uncountable)

1. The state or time of being an adult male human.

2. The composite of qualities, such as courage, determination, and vigor, often thought to be appropriate to a man.

3. Adult males considered as a group; men.

4. The state of being human.


that is how English dictionaries have defined the word, but what really makes a real man ?

According to my image, A man is a male with qualities, some of these qualities are generalized like the ones mentioned in the definition and some are qualities I use to define a man. One may wonder, what does courage mean for example ? well, beside not being coward :D courage is the ability to face life crises wisely, not being afraid of saying the truth, standing for the people he loves and not solving his problems by hiding. Being determined is something I adore about a man, knowing what he really wants and what he doesn't, understanding his self and his own needs, being aware of what he likes, what he hates, realizing the consequences of all his actions and being ready to take it.
my man must have honor, keep a promise, he has to be highly intelligent and aware of the concept that cave men qualities don't impress women ! he is not judged by the size of his body, social status or his outward beauty..

How does Islam define Manhood ?! (Quoted)

In Islam, Manhood is a quality that is pursued by people of high ambitions and serious thinking men. It is a basic quality that is needed by every man, for when men lose the qualities of manhood, they cease to be real men. Manhood is deeply implanted in a person through strong belief. A real man is one who has good and virtuous deeds to his credit, and possesses good manners and conduct.

A real man is truthful about pledges and fulfils them; it is also to remain steadfast upon the right path. Allaah Says (which means): "Among the believers are men true to what they promised Allaah. Among them is he who has fulfilled his vow [to the death], and among them is he who awaits [his chance]. And they did not alter [the terms of their commitment] by any alteration." [Quran; 33:23].


When the qualities of manhood disappear among men, society falls into crisis, homes are ruined, the nation becomes weak and disgraced, and moral corruption becomes widespread. Allaah Says (which means): "Men are the protectors and the maintainers of women because Allaah has made one of them to excel the other." [Quran; 4:34].

Real men are very rare to find, they are as rare as precious minerals and jewels. The Prophet said: “Real men are as rare as a reliable strong camel that can endure the burden of long trips; you can hardly find one in a hundred” [Al-Bukhaari].

Am I looking for too much ?