PROTECTING OUR CHILDREN || BY USTADH ABDUL RASHID

Parental Responsibility and Child's Future (Dunya and Akhirah)
📌 A responsible Muslim parent's primary concern for their child's future encompasses well-being in the Dunya (this world) and safety in the Akhirah (Hereafter).
🤲 Parents are urged to seek goodness for their children in both realms, recognizing that those who ask for goodness in both are those who will benefit in the Hereafter.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children are emphasized as Amanah (gifts) from Allah, placing significant responsibility on parents as shepherds accountable for their upbringing.

The Role of Islamic Education and Identity
🏫 Establishing Islamic institutions, schools, and academies is crucial for instilling proper Islamic upbringing and securing children's identity.
🕌 These institutions ensure children know their Lord and how to serve Him, embedding the true Creed (like that of Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad ﷺ) firmly within them.
🛡️ A strong Islamic foundation acts as an unshakable building block, enabling children to maintain their faith and identity regardless of external influences.

Actionable Community Support
🤝 Muslims are encouraged to unite and contribute—with wealth and strength—to projects establishing Islamic schools, emulating the companions of the Prophet ﷺ.
🕋 Supporting these educational projects is framed as working "for Islam" and "for Allah", promising divine blessings, protection for one's family, and offspring.
🗣️ Key teachings to instill include the prohibition of Shirk (associating partners with Allah) and adherence to the five daily prayers.

Key Points & Insights
➡️ Every individual is a "shepherd" responsible for their flock (family, community), facing accountability on the Day of Judgment.
➡️ Parents must protect themselves and their families from the Hellfire, as commanded by Allah, by instilling fidelity to religion and knowledge in their children.
➡️ Children must be taught to obey the Messenger (Prophet Muhammad ﷺ), as this obedience is equivalent to obeying Allah, leading to Allah’s love.
➡️ Success in life is linked to patience; children must be advised to keep good company and stay away from negative peer pressure.

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