Parenting is an amānah — a sacred trust. In an age where screens compete for the attention of our children, the responsibility of raising righteous Muslims has never been more urgent or more complex.
Begin with Your Own Example
Children learn more from what they observe than what they are told. A parent who prays, recites Quran and speaks truthfully lays the strongest foundation without uttering a lecture.
Guarding the Gates
Be the guardian of what enters your home — the eyes, the ears, the heart. Set clear, consistent boundaries for devices, and replace what you restrict with something better: stories of the prophets, quality family time, and meaningful worship.
Practical Steps
- Establish a daily family Quran circle, even if brief.
- Designate device-free zones and times in the home.
- Talk with your children about the values behind the rules.
Cultivating Love of the Deen
The goal is not mere compliance but love. A child who loves Allah and His Messenger ﷺ will choose righteousness even when no one is watching. Tell them the stories of the prophets, celebrate their small acts of goodness, and let the home breathe with remembrance.
Sadikur Rahman Azhari
Sadikur Rahman Azhari is an Islamic scholar and public speaker devoted to presenting the authentic message of Islam through the Quran and Sunnah. A graduate of Islamic theology, he has delivered thousands of lectures across Bangladesh and abroad, focusing on spiritual reform, community building and contemporary Islamic guidance.
