Children

Anas ibn Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) narrated that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "When I start Salah I intend to prolong it, but on hearing the cries of a child, I cut short the Salah because I know that the cries of the child will incite its mother's passions." Lessons gained from the Hadith: 1- It contains a proof that the one who starts Salah with the intention of prolonging it may lighten it for a benefit. 2- It shows the Prophet's mercy with his nation, particularly with the weak: Women and children. 3- The great kindness of the Prophet (peace be upon him) who started Salah with an intention [...]

The biography of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) showed how was the Prophet keen to teach young children and play with them in a friendly prophetic manner which, in turn, contributed in building the characters of young Companions who were brought up in the prophetic community and made of them a good core for building the community of the second generation of Muslims which was the second best century after the century of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Hence, you see the Prophet (peace be upon him) playing with a child whose name was `Umayr ibn Malik, the younger brother [...]

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. O young people, Allah created you from a despised water. "And it is He Who has created man from water, and has appointed for him kindred by blood, and kindred by marriage. And your Lord is Ever All-Powerful (to do what He wills)." [Surat Al Furqan: 54]. And granted you minds to think, ears to hear, and sights to see. "Then He fashioned him in due proportion, and breathed into him the soul (created by Allâh for that person); and He gave you hearing (ears), sight (eyes) and hearts. Little is the thanks [...]

Allah (may He be Exalted) says: "And those who say: Our Lord! Bestow on us from our wives and our offspring the comfort of our eyes, and make us leaders of the Muttaqûn (the pious)." The previous Ayah included the qualities of high spiritual energy which seek high goals in regard to religion. It does not want you to be only a righteous person, but also wants you to be a leader to the righteous. To me, I may be a good example for others in clothes, dealings with the people, and dealing with my husband, but did anyone of us ask herself: [...]

During the family visits, while children are engaging in play with one another, a mother finds her child clings to her and refuses to play with its peers, moreover it may hasten to scream when she urges it to merge with its companions who fill the house with noise and vitality! He is a shy kid, but many mothers exaggerate and consider it a problem. After the age of four, some children make friends, whereas others stumble and take a long time in integration with those around him. Both types of children are normal, and it is important for the mother [...]

Mr. Muhammad Ghannam tries in the following story to explain a high value for children and a good manner that the righteous always do, which is (Giving charity in secret). It is a a proof on the truthfulness of the one who tries to draw nearer to Allah and drives its doer away from hypocrisy; following the example of the Prophet (Peace be upon him) in the Hadith of the seven types of people whom Allah shall cover with His Shade on a day where there will be not shade but His: "A person who practices charity so secretly that his left hand does not know [...]

Parents give us innumerable (countless) favors. They provide protection, food and clothing to the newly born. The mother sacrifices her comforts and sleep to provide comfort to her children. The father works hard to provide for their physical, educational and psychological (and spiritual) needs. It is a matter of common courtesy that if a person does you some favor you feel obliged to him.  Verbally you say 'thank you' to him.  You try to repay and compensate him for his gifts and favors.  You feel a sense of gratitude towards him. Right to be respected and be kind to them:  Gratitude [...]

Fruits are given to the youngest of children Abu Hurayra said, "When the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, was brought new dates, he said, 'O Allah! Bless us in our city and in our mudd and sa', blessing upon blessing.' Then he would give one to the youngest of the children with him." Mercy towards children 'Amr ibn Shu'ayb reported from his grandfather that the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, said, "Anyone who does not show mercy to our children nor acknowledge the right of our old people is not one of us." Embracing [...]