Importance of Silatu ‘r-Rahm The importance of silatu...

Importance of Silatu ‘r-Rahm The importance of silatu ‘r-rahm can be seen from the following verses of the Qur’an and the ahadith of the Prophet and his Ahlu ‘1-bayt. The Positive Aspect: Allah, subhanahu wa ta’ala, says: Say to them: “Whatever of good (wealth) you spend, it is for your parents, the near relatives, the orphans, the poor and the estranded traveller.” The primary recipients of your charity should be your parents and your relatives if they are needy.

The Prophet (s.a.w.) said, “Some people go on an evil path and commit sins, but they behave gently with their relatives. Because of their silatu ‘r-rahm, their wealth is increased and their lives are prolonged. How…