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May Allah reward you greatly dear Brother!!
Calling our children to Allah is one of the most difficult activities. At the same time, it is one of the easiest. Its difficulty lies in the selection and employment of the proper approaches and methods to bring about a positive response. The easy aspect of inviting children to Allah is the speed in which children can be positively influenced.
Children are drawn to the latest technology. They appeal readily to movies and to pictures. These can be put to good use in the way we present the message to them. We need to use approaches that are tailored to the age group that we are dealing with. We need to focus on their interest in stories and on novelty – on things that inspire children to ask questions and to want to know more.
The life of our Prophet (peace be upon him) can be used to good effect in inviting children to Islam. A child needs to know early on what will benefit him in life. He needs role models who are a positive influence and who have the power to inspire. The child needs to be brought to understanding in a gradual way. It is wrong to use fear as a means of moral instruction. We need to show Islam as it is – the religion of mercy, goodness, and peace.
We need to recognize our present circumstances. We live in an age where our children are being exposed to vicious attacks against Islam being waged by the media and by society. We also live in an age of swift technological advancement.
We need to take the culture of the society in which we are living into consideration. We need to show how what the child witnesses in society is reflected in what is acceptable in Islam. We should not seek to emphasize conflict between Islamic teachings and societal norms. Let the child draw his own conclusions. Guide the child to realize what is right and wrong on his own. We should not underestimate children by assuming that they are unable to think for themselves. Quite the contrary, thinking skills develop quickly and early in children.
This means that we should not impose our ideas on children at the expense of their own perspective. Move forward from the point of view of the children themselves and leave it up to the children to ask questions and seek out answers.
I also think it is a very good idea to teach children about the lives of the prophet’s Companions, especially how they dealt with children and how the children themselves used to live in Islam.
We need to be completely truthful in what we present to children. It can be quite difficult to get children to change their minds when they are convinced of something. Unfortunately, many people operate under the false idea that it is easy to get children to change their minds and to guide then in the desired direction. However, studies in elementary education show otherwise.
I am one of those who advocate starting early with teaching children. However, I am also worried that some people are not properly equipped to deal with children in even a general sense. Then there is the more focused skill of being able to discuss Islamic matters with them.
Children are born with pure beliefs in their heart, with a natural predisposition to recognize Allah and his oneness. It is their environment that influences them and plays a powerful role in their later religious thinking.
I ask Allah Almighty to bless us with success and right guidance in our endeavors. I pray that He blesses every step we take in the path of inviting others to His way.
:salam2:
May Allah reward you greatly dear Brother!!
Calling our children to Allah is one of the most difficult activities. At the same time, it is one of the easiest. Its difficulty lies in the selection and employment of the proper approaches and methods to bring about a positive response. The easy aspect of inviting children to Allah is the speed in which children can be positively influenced.
Children are drawn to the latest technology. They appeal readily to movies and to pictures. These can be put to good use in the way we present the message to them. We need to use approaches that are tailored to the age group that we are dealing with. We need to focus on their interest in stories and on novelty – on things that inspire children to ask questions and to want to know more.
The life of our Prophet (peace be upon him) can be used to good effect in inviting children to Islam. A child needs to know early on what will benefit him in life. He needs role models who are a positive influence and who have the power to inspire. The child needs to be brought to understanding in a gradual way. It is wrong to use fear as a means of moral instruction. We need to show Islam as it is – the religion of mercy, goodness, and peace.
We need to recognize our present circumstances. We live in an age where our children are being exposed to vicious attacks against Islam being waged by the media and by society. We also live in an age of swift technological advancement.
We need to take the culture of the society in which we are living into consideration. We need to show how what the child witnesses in society is reflected in what is acceptable in Islam. We should not seek to emphasize conflict between Islamic teachings and societal norms. Let the child draw his own conclusions. Guide the child to realize what is right and wrong on his own. We should not underestimate children by assuming that they are unable to think for themselves. Quite the contrary, thinking skills develop quickly and early in children.
This means that we should not impose our ideas on children at the expense of their own perspective. Move forward from the point of view of the children themselves and leave it up to the children to ask questions and seek out answers.
I also think it is a very good idea to teach children about the lives of the prophet’s Companions, especially how they dealt with children and how the children themselves used to live in Islam.
We need to be completely truthful in what we present to children. It can be quite difficult to get children to change their minds when they are convinced of something. Unfortunately, many people operate under the false idea that it is easy to get children to change their minds and to guide then in the desired direction. However, studies in elementary education show otherwise.
I am one of those who advocate starting early with teaching children. However, I am also worried that some people are not properly equipped to deal with children in even a general sense. Then there is the more focused skill of being able to discuss Islamic matters with them.
Children are born with pure beliefs in their heart, with a natural predisposition to recognize Allah and his oneness. It is their environment that influences them and plays a powerful role in their later religious thinking.
I ask Allah Almighty to bless us with success and right guidance in our endeavors. I pray that He blesses every step we take in the path of inviting others to His way.
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5 pillars of Islam
6 pillars of faith
what is Islam
who is Allah
Who is Mohammah (Peace Be Upon Him)
explain that WE SHOULD NOT hate other religions
tell them that we should always say hamdulelah and pray
Why were we created and where will we go after
Whats mecca
HOW WE SHOULD TREAT PARENTS & THE REWARD
love Allah
Jesus ( the true one) not the one that got nailed
give audio nasheeds out
Adab, and smile at everyone
well u get to choose from them :lol:
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5 pillars of Islam
6 pillars of faith
what is Islam
who is Allah
Who is Mohammah (Peace Be Upon Him)
explain that WE SHOULD NOT hate other religions
tell them that we should always say hamdulelah and pray
Why were we created and where will we go after
Whats mecca
HOW WE SHOULD TREAT PARENTS & THE REWARD
love Allah
Jesus ( the true one) not the one that got nailed
give audio nasheeds out
Adab, and smile at everyone
well u get to choose from them
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junaid hasan
Banned
Sir may i join ur class?
may allah give u rewards for ur effort akhi.
may allah give u rewards for ur effort akhi.
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Assalamu alaikum Alkathiri,
What a wonderful thing to be called upon to do. Good luck and God bless with this task brother.
You know, Massi's use of the word, 'profete' (prophet :tongue: ), made me think of 'professional athlete', which is what I thought that Massi was intending at first in saying, 'profete'.
I wondered, as you're interested in sports, perhaps the stories of reverts such as Muhammad Ali would be inspiring to children? Perhaps if you researched his reasons for turning to Islam, this may give the children something to think about? He is certainly an inspirational character.
What a wonderful thing to be called upon to do. Good luck and God bless with this task brother.
You know, Massi's use of the word, 'profete' (prophet :tongue: ), made me think of 'professional athlete', which is what I thought that Massi was intending at first in saying, 'profete'.
I wondered, as you're interested in sports, perhaps the stories of reverts such as Muhammad Ali would be inspiring to children? Perhaps if you researched his reasons for turning to Islam, this may give the children something to think about? He is certainly an inspirational character.
Salaam,
I had to respond. What a wonderful choice in selecting you. First and foremost you are young and a role model for the children. Muslim youth need to see pious men. Secondly, whatever you do Insha'Allah it will be blessed, please keep in mind that our children need to be involved in the learning process. It can not be linear. Have them make choices in the learning process...the Prophet (swas) always allowed others to question. This way it validates their accountability in the learning process. Please let us know the turnout. You are welcoming them to the home of peace and love...this brings your aapa joy.
I had to respond. What a wonderful choice in selecting you. First and foremost you are young and a role model for the children. Muslim youth need to see pious men. Secondly, whatever you do Insha'Allah it will be blessed, please keep in mind that our children need to be involved in the learning process. It can not be linear. Have them make choices in the learning process...the Prophet (swas) always allowed others to question. This way it validates their accountability in the learning process. Please let us know the turnout. You are welcoming them to the home of peace and love...this brings your aapa joy.
Assalamo alikom
Leadership is very interesting topic. Leaders are born leaders. It is a gift from Allah. Our role is to recognize this gift in our young children and provide the healthy environment, knowledge, faith and education to guarantee righteous and pious leaders for our Ummah inshaaAllah.
May Allah , help you, brother, gladden your heart and make your task easy for you. This website maybe helpful for your task inshaaAllah.
http://www.restoringthemind.com/therapeuticdetail.php?newsid=14
http://www.restoringthemind.com/therapeuticdetail.php?newsid=28
Leadership is very interesting topic. Leaders are born leaders. It is a gift from Allah. Our role is to recognize this gift in our young children and provide the healthy environment, knowledge, faith and education to guarantee righteous and pious leaders for our Ummah inshaaAllah.
May Allah , help you, brother, gladden your heart and make your task easy for you. This website maybe helpful for your task inshaaAllah.
http://www.restoringthemind.com/therapeuticdetail.php?newsid=14
http://www.restoringthemind.com/therapeuticdetail.php?newsid=28