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What action did the Prophet (pbuh) do to indicate the high status of the one who takes care of an orphan?
How should a Muslim maintain an orphan's wealth according to Islam?
When a man complained to the Prophet about having a hardened heart, what solution did the Prophet provide?
What benefits are associated with taking care of orphans according to the text?
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What effect does taking care of an orphan have on the individual being cared for?
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What did the Prophet say when asked about who is considered an orphan?
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Study Notes
Who is an Orphan?
- An orphan is a young child who has lost their father.
Status of Caregiver
- The Prophet (pbuh) indicated that the one who takes care of an orphan will be together with him in Jannah.
- He illustrated this by raising his index and middle fingers.
Managing an Orphan's Wealth
- Islam prohibits infringing on an orphan's property.
- No one should unjustly take a part of it or overspend it.
- The guardian must check the judgment of the orphans before releasing their property to them.
Softening the Heart
- The Prophet (pbuh) advised that to soften one's heart, one should feed the poor and wipe the head of an orphan.
Benefits of Taking Care of Orphans
- Taking care of orphans brings one closer to the Prophet (pbuh) in Jannah.
- It grants a high status in paradise.
- It softens the heart.
- It leads to the best rewards in both this life and the hereafter.
- It promotes kindness and mercy in society.
Effects of Taking Care of Orphans
- When an orphan is taken care of, taught, and raised, they become a good member of the community.
- They grow up to love people around them because they feel compassion and charity.
- This, in turn, helps develop a community that promotes kindness and mercy.
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Description
Learn about the importance of taking care of orphans in Islam. Explore the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) regarding the status of those who care for orphans and the guidelines for maintaining an orphan's wealth according to Islamic principles.
