The Amanah Of A Parent In A Busy World

Parenthood, is both a mihnah and minḥah.

It is a mihnah (a test) – because it stretches patience, drains energy, and exposes every weakness in the heart.

It is also a minhah (a gift) – because the very same sleepless nights, difficult choices, and sacrifices become ladders to Allah when carried with sabr and ikhlas.

Scholars describe every drop of sweat, every frustrated tear, every hidden worry for a child’s deen… as a potential seed of reward in the hereafter…

Allah says in the Qur’an:

“Wealth and children are the adornment of the life of this world. But the good righteous deeds that last, are better with your Lord for reward and better for hope.”

(Surah Al-Kahf Ayat 46)

Amidst a demanding busy schedule from modern expectations,

Parents can turn a small window into something weighty on the scales…

Anchor it with worship:

Begin the day with a shared Fajr experience:

praying together,

reciting even a few verses,

and making a short,

heartfelt dua’ that Allah places

love and guidance in the home.

Many of the salaf and scholars lived and raised righteous children… with very little by way of material entertainment.

When parents re-centre this amanah with intention, tawakkul, and thoughtful effort -placing trust in Allah after striving-, the relentless world softens with barakah.

“Our Lord! Grant unto us wives and offspring who will be the comfort of our eyes, and give us (the grace) to lead the righteous.”