15 Ways To Introduce Islamic Values To Our Children

15 Ways to Introduce Islamic Values to our Children
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15 Ways to Introduce Islamic Values to our Children To the Muslims a child is a

trust from Allah (SWT) in the hands of the parents. The heart of a child can be
compared to a fine and clean slate without any writing on it. Hence the child could
be developed into any type of human being depending on what type of
environment he or she is exposed to. If a child is educated in the traditions of
goodness including the Holy Qur'an and the Seerah of the Prophet Muhammad
(SAS), he or she will surely follow the truth when grown up and will attain health,
happiness, and success both in this world and the hereafter.
Here are some tips you may want to follow in helping your children grow up with
Islamic values.
Start by teaching them the importance of Worshipping only Allah: The best thing
any Muslim parent could ever teach their children is to emphasise, from the day
they can comprehend, that Allah (swt) is One and no one is worthy of worship
except Allah (swt). This is the fundamental message of our Prophet (may Allah’s
peace and blessings be upon him) and it is our key to Paradise.
Teach them examples of Muslim heroes: Instead of Batman or Superman, tell

them about real heroes such as Abu Bakr, Umar ibn Khattab, Othman bin Affan, Ali
bin Abi Talib and others. Tell them how Muslim leaders brought a real peaceful
change in the world and won the hearts of Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
Sports: The Prophet (may Allah’s peace and blessings be upon him) encouraged
sports such as swimming, running and horse riding. Other sports that build
character and physical strength are also recommended, as long as the children
maintain their Islamic identity, wear appropriate clothes and do not engage in
unnecessary mixing.
Treat them kindly: Kindness begets kindness. If we were kind to our children, they
in turn would show kindness to others. Our Prophet (may Allah’s peace and
blessings be upon him) was the best example in being kind to children.
Emphasise halaal: It is not always good to say “this is haraam, that is haraam”.
While you must educate them on haraam things, Islam is full of halaal and tell your
children to thank Allah (SWT) for the bounties He has bestowed on them- not just
for food and clothes. Tell them to be thankful for having eyes that see, ears that
hear, arms and legs and, the ultimate blessing, Islam in their hearts.
Let children sit with adults: It is preferable for children to be among adults,
especially when listening to Islamic lectures. The Prophet (may Allah’s peace and
blessings be upon him) would often put children in the front row when he spoke to
the people.
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Set an example: As parents, you are the best example the children can have. If
you talk to your parents rudely, expect your children to do the same to you. If you
are disrespectful to others, your children will follow too. Islam is filled with Divine
advice on the best ways to bring up your children. That makes it an obligation
upon parents to be good Muslims so their children will try to emulate them. If you
don’t take Islam seriously, neither will your children. It goes back to our third
point, which is to give them Islamic heroes. As a parent, you should be their
number one hero.
Make them feel important: Consult them in family matters. Let them feel they
are important members of the family and have a part to play in the growth and
well being of the family.
Go out as a family: Take family trips rather than allowing your children to always
go out only with their friends. Let your children be around family and friends from
whom you want them to pick up their values. Always remember that your children
will become who they are around with most of the time. So, watch their company
and above all give them your company.
Praise them: Praise is a powerful tool with children, especially in front of others.
Children feel a sense of pride when their parents’ praise them and will be keen to
perform other good deeds. However, praise must be limited to Islamic deeds and
deeds of moral value.
Avoid humiliation: Similarly, do not humiliate them in front of others. Children

make mistakes. Sometimes, these mistakes occur in their efforts to please the
parents. If you are unhappy with your children, tell them in private.
Responsibility: Have faith in their abilities to perform tasks. Give them chores to
do in line with their age. Convince them that they are performing an important
function and you will find them eager to help you out again.
Don’t spoil them: Children are easily spoiled. If they receive everything they ask
for, they will expect you to oblige on every occasion. Be wise in what you buy for
them. Avoid extravagance and unnecessary luxuries. Take them to an orphanage or
poor area of your city once in a while so they can see how privileged they are.
Don’t be friends: It is common in the West for parents to consider their children
as friends. In Islam, it doesn’t work that way. If you have ever heard how friends
talk to each other, then you will know that this is not how a parent-child
relationship should be. You are the parents, and they should respect you, and this
is what you should be teaching them. The friendship part should be limited to you
and them keeping an open dialog so they can share their concerns with you and ask
you questions when they have any.
Pray with them: Involve them in acts of worship. When they are young, let them
see you in act of salaah (salat). Soon, they would be trying to imitate you. Wake
them up for Fajr and pray as a family. Talk to them about the rewards of salaah so
that it doesn’t feel like a burden to them.
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15 Ways to Introduce Islamic Values to our Children To the Muslims a child is a

Teach them examples of Muslim heroes: Instead of Batman or Superman, tell

http://www.moslemparenting.co.cc/ – Smart Parenting Guidances for Moslem Family

Avoid humiliation: Similarly, do not humiliate them in front of others. Children

http://www.moslemparenting.co.cc/ – Smart Parenting Guidances for Moslem Family

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