Young Children, Discipline and Tariqa

Question: Shaykh, how to deal with young kids and discipline them in Tariqa?

Shaykh AI:

B’ism Allah… Alhamdulillah, from the teachings of Mawlana Shaykh Nurjan Mirahmadi (QS), disciplining young children within the principles of Tariqa requires a gentle and loving approach. It’s important to remember that disciplining children in Tariqa is about nurturing their souls with love and respect.

Shaykh Nurjan emphasizes that discipline should never be administered with anger. Instead, it should be based on teaching children what is right and wrong through gentle guidance and example. This means avoiding harshness and instead using a soft voice and demeanor when correcting their behavior. The focus should be on nurturing their hearts with love and compassion, just as the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ did with his companions.

Furthermore, it’s essential to maintain a bond of love with the children, even when they make mistakes. This bond of love helps to keep the light of guidance around them, ensuring that they feel supported and connected to the teachings of Tariqa.

In addition, parents should set a positive example by embodying the teachings of Tariqa in their own behavior. Children learn best by observing the actions of their parents, so it’s crucial for parents to demonstrate the principles of Tariqa through their own conduct.

Ultimately, the goal is to raise children with the values of love, respect, and good character, in alignment with the teachings of Tariqa. By nurturing their souls with love and guidance, parents can instill the principles of Tariqa in their children from a young age.

May Allah ﷻ bless you with wisdom and patience in nurturing the hearts of young children in Tariqa, and may your efforts be a source of light and guidance for them. Ameen.

And remember, to have good character, high himma, and to be of service to the Tariqa and others.

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