Meaning & Importance
What does Ṣilat ar-Raḥim mean
Maintaining the ties of kinship and keeping good relationships with family and relatives
How did the Prophet ﷺ treat his relatives
With kindness, generosity, and forgiveness, even those who hurt him
What is one way to keep family ties strong
By greeting them, visiting them, and speaking kindly
Who are the closest family members to maintain ties with
Family or Parents
What blessing does Allah give to those who keep family ties
Longer life and more rizq (provision)
Why is Ṣilat ar-Raḥim important in Islam
Because it strengthens love, unity, and brings Allah’s blessings and mercy
What did the Prophet ﷺ do when his uncle Abu Lahab rejected him
He remained patient and never responded with hatred
How should you act if a family member is rude to you
Respond with patience and kindness, not anger
What is the best way to show kindness to your parents
Obey them, help them, and speak respectfully
How does Ṣilat ar-Raḥim affect our community
It creates unity and removes hatred
What is the opposite of Ṣilat ar-Raḥim
Cutting off family ties (Qaṭ‘ ar-Raḥim)
The Prophet ﷺ helped his cousin ʿAlī (RA) in what special way
He raised him in his home and cared for him like his own son
What small act can count as Ṣilat ar-Raḥim
Sending a message or call to check on relative
How can we maintain ties with relatives we rarely see
By visiting, calling, or making du‘ā for them
What spiritual reward comes from forgiving family members
Allah forgives your sins and increases your peace
Who are we supposed to maintain raḥim (relations) with
Parents, siblings, relatives, neighbors, and all family members
How did the Prophet ﷺ treat his foster family from the desert (Banū Saʿd)
He honored them, visited them, and gave them gifts even after becoming a Prophet
How does smiling at someone strengthen relationships
spreads warmth, love, and good feelings
How can siblings practice Ṣilat ar-Raḥim
By helping, forgiving, and supporting each other
How does maintaining ties bring peace to the heart
Because kindness and connection bring happiness and contentment
What does “raḥim” come from in Arabic
It comes from the same root as “raḥmah” (mercy), showing that family ties are based on mercy
What did the Prophet ﷺ say about those who maintain family ties
Whoever wishes that his provision be increased and his life extended, let him maintain the ties of kinship.
What did the Prophet ﷺ say about the best people
The best of you are those who are best to their families
What did the Prophet ﷺ teach about visiting family members
It increases love and brings blessings in life
What did the Prophet ﷺ promise to those who keep bonds even when others cut them off
That Allah will connect with them and bless them in return