Encouraging children to love prayer can be achieved by creating a positive environment and by parents setting good examples. Additionally, storytelling and rewarding their efforts in praying can be effective.
Involving children in prayer is a vital aspect of their religious upbringing. The Quran emphasizes the significance of prayer in the lives of believers. For example, in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 153, Allah commands the believers to seek help through patience and prayer, stating that 'Indeed, Allah is with the patient.' This verse reminds us that prayer is not just a ritual but a source of comfort and resilience during challenging times. Parents can teach their children that prayer can be a method for emotional release and inner peace. Creating a vibrant and positive environment where prayer is cherished can include educational games and stories related to the concept of prayer, allowing children to learn and engage. Additionally, children learn through imitation; therefore, if parents have genuine and regular prayer habits, children will naturally follow suit. Offering small rewards and positive reinforcements can further instill this habit. Engaging methods such as storytelling about the prophets and their commitment to prayer can also prove beneficial. Ultimately, prayer should be viewed not only as an act of worship but as a unique means of connection with God that ought to be ingrained in the minds and hearts of our children from an early age.
O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.
And they are continually maintaining their prayer.
And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment.
Once upon a time, a boy named Amir used to go to the mosque. He loved when other kids accompanied him in prayer. Amir decided to share the beauty of prayer with his friends and tell them magnificent stories of the prophets. Gradually, he encouraged his friends to pray, embedding joy and love for prayer in their hearts.