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Raising children according to the Quran and Sunnah.

From the first days of life to the teenage years: the child as an amāna, teaching the faith, good character, loving and gentle discipline — with a source from the Quran or hadith for almost every topic.

Geloof · Luqmān
Begin met tawhīd
يَا بُنَيَّ لَا تُشرِكْ بِاللَّه
Koran 31:13

Raising a child is one of the greatest responsibilities Allah entrusts to us — but also one of the most beautiful. This guide helps you guide your child towards strong faith and good character, from the cradle to adulthood.

The newborn Sunnahs (aqīqa, naming, tahnīk), teaching the faith (tawhīd, prayer, love for Allah), shaping character and manners, loving and gentle discipline, education, and the sensitive teenage years — each topic accompanied by its source from the Quran or hadith.

With an emphasis on mercy, following the example of the Prophet ﷺ, who kissed children and never raised them with harshness. Plus audio du'as, a glossary, common parenting mistakes, an FAQ, and a quiz.

What's Inside

The complete parenting journey, from baby to teen

Everything you need — sourced, warm, and in your own language.

The Early Years

The child as an amāna, the newborn Sunnahs (aqīqa, naming, tahnīk), and teaching tawhīd and prayer.

Character & Discipline

Teaching good manners and akhlāq, with loving, gentle, and consistent boundaries — without harshness.

Audio Du'as

Supplications for righteous offspring and protection — Rabbanā hab lanā, the du'a of Zakariyyā — with Arabic pronunciation.

Teens, Mistakes, FAQ & Quiz

Guidance for the teenage years, common parenting mistakes, an FAQ on prayer and screen time, and a quiz.

Mercy as the Foundation.

Parenting according to the example of the Prophet ﷺ — with love, patience, and sources included.

Liefde & disciplineBarmhartigheid

Wie geen barmhartigheid toont…

Toen een man zei dat hij nooit een van zijn tien kinderen had gekust, zei de Profeet ﷺ: 'Wie geen barmhartigheid toont, wordt geen barmhartigheid betoond.' (Bukhari 5997)

مَن لَا يَرْحَمْ لَا يُرْحَمْ

Frequently asked questions

About the Parenting Guide

What ages does the guide cover?
The entire parenting journey: from the newborn Sunnahs and early years, through teaching faith and character, to the sensitive teenage years and being a role model as a parent.
Are the sources included?
Yes. Almost every topic includes its source: a Quranic verse with the Arabic text, or a hadith with the collection and number (Bukhari, Muslim, Abu Dawud, Tirmidhi). Everything has been separately verified for accuracy.
How does the guide approach discipline and punishment?
With an emphasis on mercy, patience, and leading by example. The well-known narration about 'encouraging prayer at ten' is explained responsibly — never as abuse, for the Prophet ﷺ never struck a child.
Are modern challenges addressed?
Yes. There is a dedicated section on the teenage years covering screen time and social media, friendships, identity, and maintaining a warm, open connection.
In which languages is the guide available?
In all 32 languages of Khutba World. The Arabic text and transliteration of ayat and du'as always remain visible, regardless of your language.

Give your child the most beautiful gift: faith and good character.

From baby to teen, with sources and du'as, in 32 languages. Free in the Khutba World app.

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