How Should I Advise My Non-Practicing Family Members?
Question:
How should I advise my non-practising family members?
Answer:
Dear questioner,
May Allah bless you and increase you in good.
Commanding the Good
Allah Most High states, “And let there be amongst you a group inviting to virtue, commanding the good and forbidding evil—those indeed are the successful ones.” [Qur’an, 3:104]
Commanding the good is essential. However, if you feel there is no benefit and change will not happen, then you do not need to say anything. Follow the way of dignity and respect towards them and be firm and not indulge in anything sinful. Leave the room and the area when they are committing sins.
Duas
Pray for them that Allah opens up the doors of realization for your family and rectification.
The Prophet (Allah bless him and give him peace) prayed for Umar’s ibn al-Khattab’s guidance and Umar soon after converted. People do change and sometimes need time to do so. Remain calm and be a good example.
Patience and Striving
Allah says in the Quran, “Repel evil with good.” [Qur’an, 41:34] Therefore, show good character and patience. If they ask you questions, respond politely. If they make fun of you, smile and leave the room. Return when things are better.
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May Allah guide your family through you and help you all to become pious and devout.
[Imam] Yama Niazi
Checked and Approved by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani
