Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books How to Bridge the Generation Gap? The Limited Obedience The Father My child! As important as it is to obey your father and mother, you should know that is is not an absolute must. In instances where the parents are corrupt and they encourage the child in doing wrong and illegal actions, one ought not obey them. Nevertheless, treating them with respect is always recommended.
فحق الوالدان يطيعه في كل شىء الا في معصية الله سبحانه. “An obligation of a child to his father is to obey him in all but not sinfulness actions.” [^1] The Child Yes, what you are saying is absolute truth. Of course, breaking Allah's rules even upon the instant of father and mother is wrong. [^1]: Nahjul Balaghah p. 546 Previous Next