Category Archives: Blogs – Series: Raising Pious Children

Another aspect of raising pious children is not being over protective of one’s child. Even though, this is a rare mistake made by parents nowadays none the less keeping children under lock and key for the sake of their safety can prevent them from adopting characteristics which encourages them towards independence. It is important notContinue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 7 OF 7”

Another aspect of raising pious children is not to admonish them publicly. It is best to do this privately as a child may feel embarrassed when this is done in front of others including their siblings. Embarrassment and anger are two traits which can prevent a person, especially a child, from accepting the advice. BothContinue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 6”

Another aspect of raising pious children is to be fair by treating all of one’s children equally. A child should not be praised or encouraged more than the other siblings as this can create enmity between the children. The only time it can be acceptable to buy a gift for one sibling only is onContinue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 5”

Another aspect of raising pious children is for parents to ensure their children develop healthy bodies, minds and spirits. A part of developing a healthy body is cleanliness. This has been declared a part of faith by the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, in a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, numberContinue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 4”

Another aspect of raising pious children is teaching them from a young age to abstain from sins and bad characteristics, such as lying. A parent should not ignore this aspect by simply claiming their child will not be held accountable for their actions. This attitude will only encourage children to become more daring in adoptingContinue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 3”

The next aspect of raising pious children is for a parent to set a good example. All parents desire for their child to be pious but this is unlikely to occur if they themselves possess bad character. Many parents often complain when they children to do not offer the obligatory prayers. And in many cases,Continue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 2”

There is no doubt children can be the comfort of one’s eyes and a source of happiness. But this only occurs when one’s children are raised correctly by their parents. When the parents raise their children in the correct way their goodness will extend to their parents, society and all of humanity. However, if thisContinue reading “RAISING PIOUS CHILDREN – PART 1”