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One of the beauties of the Prophet’s biography | Episode (31) | Family charity
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Among the beauties of the Prophetic biography.
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The excellence of the family-oriented man.
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How beautiful is the father and guardian who cherishes his family,
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and is keen to serve them,
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and who creates their happiness, which shines through in most situations,
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and shields them from harsh bitterness,
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or distressing circumstances.
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Such a person is the best and most superior among us.
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'A'ishah, may Allah be pleased with her, says:
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The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said:
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"The best of you is the best to his family,
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and I am the best of you to my family."
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Despite his preoccupation with his call,
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and his passion for reform,
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this did not prevent him from attending to his family,
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with compassionate care,
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and looking after them with a level of attention
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that encompassed all their needs.
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You may observe people who, with their brothers and friends,
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show generosity, chivalry, and magnanimity,
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yet with their own families and relatives,
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they show weakness, withdrawal, and negligence.
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This is a flaw that must be remedied.
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A person’s beauty, sincerity, and character
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are manifested in caring for their family,
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and improving their affairs.
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It is not permissible to neglect them or disregard their needs.
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Part of being good to them
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is caring for them in both their religious and worldly matters,
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not merely providing food and drink.
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Rather, one should encompass them from all aspects,
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planting faith firmly within them,
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establishing prayer steadfastly,
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building their character soundly,
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and nurturing their physical well-being.
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Just as they are built up through food and good care,
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they are likewise built up through religion and noble character.
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One should not burden them with what they cannot bear,
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and they should be shining lamps for their religion and their lands.
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And Allah is the Grantor of success.
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Among the beauties of the Prophetic biography.