Gentleness (rifq) is not weakness. It is a quality Allah loves, and the Prophet ﷺ showed it with children, students and even those who wronged him.
Gentleness in the home
Speak softly, correct privately and praise often. Children respond to warmth far more than to harshness.
إِنَّ اللَّهَ رَفِيقٌ يُحِبُّ الرِّفْقَ فِي الأَمْرِ كُلِّهِ
“Allah is gentle and loves gentleness in all matters.”
Gentleness in teaching
This is why our teachers correct mistakes patiently, especially with beginners and children:
- Correct one mistake at a time
- Celebrate every small step
- Keep lessons short and positive
Learn in a gentle environment
Boys learn with male teachers and girls with female teachers, always with patience. Try Quran classes for kids or learn Quran online with a free trial.
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Topics covered in this guide
- kindness in Islam
- gentleness hadith
- Islamic parenting
- online Islamic studies
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