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The Quran and the authentic traditions of Prophet Muhammad,
may God praise him, speak clearly about the responsibility that comes with
raising a child. It is an obligation
upon the believers to raise and care for children by bringing them up as moral,
righteous human beings. Secure in the
knowledge that they are valued members of the human race, and their particular
families. Neglecting this duty could
potentially lead a person away from the path of righteousness and away from
God.
“O you who believe!
Ward off yourselves and your families against a Fire (Hell) whose fuel
is men and stones, over which are (appointed) angels stern (and) severe, who
disobey not, (from executing) the Commands they receive from God, but do that
which they are commanded” (Quran 66:6)
Prophet Muhammad said, “Each of you is a shepherd and each
of you is responsible for his flock. The
ruler is a shepherd and is responsible for his flock. A man is the shepherd of his family and is
responsible for his flock. A woman is
the shepherd of her husband’s household and is responsible for her flock”.[1]
Caring for and raising children in the proper manner is a
duty on parents and it is not always easy.
In fact, God reminds us in the Quran that children may even be a great
trial for their parents. The triumphs
and tribulations of life are a test and children are no exception. They can bring great joy and at times they
can bring great sadness as well. God in
His infinite wisdom never leaves a human being alone and unable to face all of
life’s trials.
“Your wealth and your children are only a trial, whereas
God, with Him is a great reward (Paradise).” (Quran 64:15)
Following the teachings of Islam enables a believer to face
all life events including the trials the tribulations and the triumphs. The correct Islamic advice for raising and
rearing children covers all aspects of life.
Just like Islam itself, it is holistic advice. Physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing
are all of equal importance. It is
interesting to note that Islam has always covered the rights of children. The
Islamic view of childhood states that it is a unique period in an individual’s
life.[2] This is in sharp contrast to
western/European ideology where the concept of childhood was not addressed
until the 16th century.[3] It is not
that the west did not have children or young people but rather they considered
them to be small adults with the same needs and wants as adults.
Throughout Islamic history and in Islamic literature the
rights and responsibilities pertaining to children are clear cut. Parents, families, and communities have
certain responsibilities towards children.
Many of them are obligatory, and on the Day of Judgement, God will
question adults about the treatment of their children.
The late Islamic scholar, Sheikh Uthaimeen, may God have
mercy on him, described children as a trust given to parents by God. He also said that children are to be well
fed, well-groomed, properly dressed for seasons and appearance. Children are entitled to education, religious
learning, and spiritual guidance. Their
hearts must be filled with faith and their minds entertained with proper
guidance, knowledge, and wisdom. With
that in mind, the following series articles will guide us through child care in
Islam.
Islam is a holistic religion that covers all aspects of
life. Spiritual, emotional and physical
needs are all dealt with equally, one is not more important than the
other. In fact, for a person to be
spiritually healthy one’s emotional and physical needs must be taken care
of. This is not restricted to adults;
the rights and the needs of children are of paramount importance. As we discovered in the previous article
children’s rights come into play even before conception.
When man and woman make the decision to marry and start a
family they are securing their future children’s rights. Prophet Muhammad, may God praise him, advised
his companions and all believers to make the following supplication to God
before having sexual intercourse.
“I begin with the Name of God! O God! Protect me from Satan and protect what
You bestow upon us (our offspring) from Satan.”[1]
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