Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei - In a recent Friday sermon, the Imam or Prayer Leader emphasized the significance of children as a gift and trust from Allah SWT, highlighting the responsibilities of parents and guardians in their upbringing. The sermon, titled 'Children are a Trust from Allah SWT,' focused on the importance of providing children with a balanced and comprehensive education, particularly in religious matters.
According to Radio Television Brunei, The sermon underscored the challenges of parenting, stressing that negligence in a child's upbringing could lead to involvement in activities contrary to Islamic teachings, local customs, morals, and national laws. The importance of imparting both worldly and spiritual education was emphasized to help children distinguish between right and wrong. The sermon also highlighted the necessity for parents and guardians to be attentive to their children's emotional, mental, and physical well-being.
Furthermore, the Imam called for attention towards the plight of Muslim children in Gaza, Palestine, whose well-being is under threat. The sermon encouraged the congregation to remember these children in their thoughts and prayers, acknowledging the global responsibility towards children in conflict zones.