Parenting: A Lifetime of Worship
Raising and caring for children is among the greatest acts of worship, carrying immense reward. When parents intend to raise their children with taqwa, obedient to Allah, mindful of halal and haram, and grounded in good character, every sacrifice becomes an act of devotion. Even if children do not turn out as hoped, parents are rewarded eternally for their sincere intention.
This service does not end when children grow up, move away, and begin lives of their own. A parent’s duʿa continues throughout life. A mother, in particular, gives of herself day and night, often at the expense of personal comfort and spiritual routine.
When Allah opens her understanding, she realizes she is engaged in one of the highest forms of worship: nurturing believers who love Allah. She shares in the reward of her children’s good deeds—without diminishing their reward in the least.
Through years of sacrifice and sincerity, many mothers attain a deep spiritual rank. With little solitude but great devotion, they develop awe, hope, and love of Allah that often surpass outward spiritual practices.
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