Can parents force their child in Islam?

Parents have the right to be looked after by their children, and to receive physical or financial help as necessary, especially in their old age but also parents must not force its children/child as it is sharia.

What are rights of parents in Islam?

Children are, therefore, duty-bound to love and cherish their parents. They are the most deserving of their respect and reverence at every stage of their lives. Under no circumstances should a child neglect his parents. They should be treated as a priority and not be expected to play second fiddle to anyone.

What Allah says about respecting parents?

Say: Whatever you spend of good must be for parents and kindred and orphans and Al-Masakin (the poor) and the wayfarer, and whatever you do of good deeds, truly, Allah knows it well.” Allah (SWT) says,”And We have enjoined on man (to be dutiful and good) to his parents.

Can a child convert religion?

Children can legally choose to follow any religion at any age – however, if parents feel that following a specific religion may exert a harmful influence over a child below the age of 18, they can apply to the court for wardship and have their child made a Ward of Court.

How would parents who practice a religion involve their children in religion?

Parents who practice a religion would likely involve their children in any religious activity that they would practice.

What makes a child doubt his/her religion?

A child, if well educated in his religion, may choose to adhere for a while, but they may eventually succumb to peer pressure and cease practicing their rituals. That, coupled with the fact that schools mostly only teach the theory of evolution as being the correct theory, can make a child doubt his religion.

How do children react when they meet other non-believing children?

At first, the child would believe it’s a normal part of life, but upon contact with other non-believing children, they will feel pressure to stop following their rituals, so as to fit in with the majority of kids who don’t practice a religion.

Why won’t my child practice their rituals?

Next, the maturity of the child is also a factor to consider. If a young child tells his parents that he no longer wants to keep on practicing their rituals, it’s likely because they were coerced into doing so by one of their peers. It’s not a well thought-out or informed decision.