Educating children with moral concepts requires parents to model behavior and properly teach ethical principles.
Educating children with moral concepts is one of the most significant and sensitive responsibilities of parents. The Holy Quran emphasizes the upbringing of children as a fundamental duty. For instance, Allah states in Surah Luqman, verse 13: "O my son, do not associate anything with Allah, for indeed, association is great injustice." This verse signifies how parents should convey moral lessons to their children, emphasizing the importance of monotheism and avoidance of polytheism. Additionally, fostering moral traits such as honesty, fairness, and kindness should also be a priority in educating children. Parents should set themselves as role models and align their behavior with moral and Islamic principles. In Surah Al-Imran, verse 110, Allah says: "You are the best nation introduced to mankind; you enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and believe in Allah." This verse shows how parents should encourage their children to perform good deeds and avoid undesirable behaviors. Moreover, establishing a positive and friendly relationship with children can provide a conducive environment for expressing values and internalizing them. Besides focusing on moral concepts through speech, storytelling, and play can serve as an engaging and delightful method for teaching these concepts to children.
And [mention] when Luqman said to his son while instructing him, 'O my son, do not associate [anything] with Allah. Indeed, association is great injustice.'
You are the best nation produced [as an example] for mankind. You enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong and believe in Allah.
One day, a mother teaches her child about how to interact with others. She tells him a captivating story demonstrating how kindness and honesty can beautify life. The child listens attentively, and day by day, he gains a better understanding of moral concepts. The mother is pleased with these changes and observes her child becoming more virtuous in his behavior.