The Greatest Inheritance Parents Can Leave Behind To Their Children Is Not Wealth But

Summary

The greatest legacy parents can bequeath to their children is a strong belief in Allah (swt) and a heartfelt connection to Him, rather than material wealth.

Abstract

The article emphasizes the importance of instilling a firm Islamic creed, or Aqeedah, in children, which is rooted in certainty and conviction about the existence and attributes of Allah (swt). It suggests that parents should focus on nurturing their children's faith in Allah (swt) instead of attaching them to transient things or even to themselves. The text argues that children naturally seek something powerful and perfect to depend on, and if parents do not direct their children towards Allah (swt), they may turn to fictional characters or other temporary attachments for security. By teaching children to rely on Allah (swt), parents can fulfill their innate need for a strong protector, fostering resilience and balance in them. The article concludes that children raised with a deep trust in Allah (swt) will face life's challenges with courage and will lead a life seeking His pleasure, which is the true measure of success in both this world and the hereafter.

Opinions

Parents should prioritize their children's spiritual upbringing by teaching them about Allah (swt) and His attributes, such as being the ultimate protector (Al Hafeedh).
Relying on parents for security can be detrimental, as parents are impermanent sources of support due to their mortality and limitations.
Children have an inherent need to attach to something powerful and perfect, which can be positively fulfilled by nurturing their belief in Allah (swt).
The use of fictional characters in children's media, such as superheroes, reflects a natural inclination towards strong and protective figures, which should ideally be directed towards Allah (swt).
A strong Aqeedah ensures that children grow up feeling safe and capable of overcoming difficulties, knowing that Allah (swt) is with them and will aid them.
The article advocates for a life lived in accordance with Allah's (swt) pleasure, suggesting that this is the path to true success and balance in life.
The author expresses a hope that Allah (swt) will guide and support parents and children in strengthening their bond with Him, ending with a prayer for divine assistance.

The Greatest Inheritance Parents Can Leave Behind To Their Children Is Not Wealth But — The Firm Aqeedah And Hearts That Believe In Allah(swt):

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Aqeedah refers to those matters which are believed in, with certainty and conviction — in one’s heart and soul. They are not tainted with any doubt or uncertainty.

The Arabic word ‘aqeedah stems From the root ‘aqada, which conveys meanings of certainty, affirmation, confirmation, etc. In the Quran.

Have parents ever thought that sometimes they could be tarnishing a child’s Fitra?

For example- A child gets scared, so his mother tells him ‘don’t be scared, I’m with you’. And she keeps telling him this and that she’s by his side until the child grows up pushing away his Fear because his mommy is ‘there’.

Or the Father tells his children, ‘don’t be scared as long as I’m working I will get you the bicycle you want and the candy you asked For’.

Psychologists say From the time of a person’s childhood he has Feelings of want, weakness, and neediness — They need to attach to something that has qualities of power, perfection, and richness.

For this reason, you Find children’s cartoons based on Fictional characters like superman who watches people From above and comes down to rescue those he loves. He has qualities of strength and power.

There are many other Fictional characters based on these qualities and this Fills the child’s heart and mind — because his Fitra is in need of something strong.

If you don’t Fill your child’s heart with attachment to Allah swt) then something else will come and attach it to Fictional Characters — Don’t even let them be attached to you! Because you’ll be absent, you’ll Fall sick, you’ll get tired, your salary can end, and you will leave this world.

Let him Feel true safety and security with the One Who’s stronger and richer than you. Make him attach to Allah (swt) because then you’ll Fill this instinctive need in him. He will become balanced even if he’s alone

He won’t be afraid to Face difficulties in life because he knows Allah (swt) is the One Who will help him. He will Feel safe because He knows Allah (swt) will protect him, why? Because you explained to him that Allah is Al Hafeedh (الحفيظ) and He will protect you and Everyone.

He will lead his life Trusting Allah (swt) and depending on Him For all matters — Let him hear while he’s young that, ‘Allah protects us’, ‘Allah gives us’, ‘Allah make us succeed’, ‘Allah is with us’.

The Greatest Inheritance parents can leave behind to their children is not Wealth but the Firm aqeedah and hearts that Believe in Allah(swt).

So,the point is that — while training the child, the parents should teach him Aqeedah and inculcate the love and Fear of Allah(swt) in the child's heart.

Teach the child that every action should be done according to the order of Allah(swt) and For His pleasure, then he will be successful in this Life and the Hereafter.

May Allah (swt) help us and make our hearts attached to Him.(Ameen).

JazakAllah (May Allah Reward You [with] Goodness)For Reading.

The Greatest Inheritance Parents Can Leave Behind To Their Children Is Not Wealth But — The Firm Aqeedah And Hearts That Believe In Allah(swt):

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