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The Enduring Importance of Mothers in Islam: A Tapestry Woven with Quran and Hadith

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Islam elevates   mothers   to a position of unparalleled importance within the family and society.   The Holy Quran   and   the Hadiths   of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) paint a beautiful picture of the profound respect and gratitude Islam prescribes towards   mothers . This article delves deeper into the multifaceted roles   mothers   play and the high esteem they hold within the Islamic framework, drawing upon verses from   the Quran   and narrations from   Sahih Bukhari   and   Sahih Muslim . The Trials and Sacrifices of Motherhood The Quran  acknowledges the immense physical and emotional investment a  mother  makes for her child, particularly during pregnancy and childbirth: “And We have enjoined upon man (to be good) to his parents: in pain did his mother bear him, and in pain did she give him birth.”  ( Quran 46:15 ) This verse serves as a constant reminder of the sacrifices  mothers  e...

Taking Care of Parents in Islam: A Detailed Explanation with References from Sahih Muslim

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  Islam places immense importance on honoring and taking care of one’s parents. This obligation stems from the fundamental belief in Tawhid (Oneness of God) and the understanding that obeying parents, except in matters of Shirk (associating partners with God), is akin to obeying Allah. Here’s a breakdown of the Islamic perspective on caring for parents, incorporating references from Sahih Muslim: 1. Obligation and Importance: Quranic Verse:  “And We have enjoined upon man (care) for his parents. His mother carried him with hardship upon hardship, and his weaning is in two years. Be grateful to Me and to your parents; to Me is the (final) destination. But if they strive to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them. But accompany them in this world with appropriate kindness and follow the way of those who turn back to Me (in repentance). To Me will be your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do...