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'God does not judge you according to your bodies and appearances, but He looks into your hearts and observes your deeds.' [The man asked] 'Who is more entitled to be treated with the best companionship by me?' The Prophet said, 'Your mother.' The man said. 'Who is next?' The Prophet said, 'Your mother.' The man further said, 'Who is next?' The Prophet said, 'Your mother.' The man asked for the fourth time, 'Who is next?' The Prophet said, 'Your father.'

Holy Prophet Muhammad#15

FaithEthicsFamilyJudgment

About this quote

What does it mean?
God judges by heart and deeds, not appearance; the most deserving companion is one's mother, then father.
In plain terms
Kindness and actions matter more than looks, and parents deserve utmost respect.
What can you take from it?
Honor parents and focus on inner virtue.

Where it applies

  • in family relationships
  • when evaluating others

Putting it to work

  • show respect to mother
  • act with integrity

Questions to consider

  • How does inner character affect divine judgment?
  • Why prioritize mother over father?

Another view

Cultural expectations of parental hierarchy may differ.

More from Holy Prophet Muhammad

  1. Five kinds of animals are mischief-doers and can be killed even in the Sanctuary: They are the rat, the scorpion, the kite, the crow and the rabid dog.

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  2. 'Happy is the man who avoids dissension, but how fine is the man who is afflicted and shows endurance.'

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  3. Fear Allah and treat your children [small or grown] fairly (with equal justice).

    Permalink to quote #13

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