Goodness to parents is extremely important in the Holy Quran, and it cannot be fully redeemed.
Goodness to parents holds significant importance in Islamic teachings, especially in the Holy Quran. This concept is explicitly addressed in various verses of the Quran. In Surah Al-Isra, verse 23, Allah clearly commands, 'And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment.' This verse emphasizes the importance of good behavior towards parents and shows that in addition to worshiping and obeying Allah, one must also treat their parents well, which remains a substantial obligation. Importantly, Allah particularly stresses the treatment of parents in their old age, commanding believers not to speak with them harshly or turn them away. This highlights the value and respect that Islam places on parents. But can the goodness towards parents be redeemable? Certainly, the kindness a child shows to their parents is incommensurable. The sacrifices, love, and labor that parents invest in raising their children cannot be measured easily. In Surah Luqman, verse 14, Allah advises children to respect their parents, recognizing that they owe their great achievements in life to them: 'And We have enjoined upon man [care] for his parents.' Hence, goodness toward parents is presented as both an obligation and a significant act of worship that cannot simply be redeemed. Ultimately, goodness to parents should be recognized as a high virtue in the life of every Muslim, and efforts should always be made to perform the best deeds towards them.
And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment. Whether one or both of them reach old age [while] with you, say not to them [so much as], 'uff,' and do not repel them but speak to them a noble word.
And We have enjoined upon man [care] for his parents. But if they endeavor to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them. To Me is your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do.
One day, a father and mother, who had grown old and ill, asked their child for a little care. However, the child was lost in the hustle of everyday life. One day, they decided to visit their parents and found out how lonely and forgotten they felt. After that day, they showed more love to their parents and tried to get closer to them. This way, they realized that goodness towards parents is never forgotten and is truly irreplaceable.