Is it permissible to strike a child if he disobeys the order of an elder?

Question:
May Allah reward you. A message was received from a listener of the program. He says: When a young boy or girl refuses to obey the orders of the elder, is striking permissible in such a case? And when is striking permissible for young children?

Answer:
Yes. The educator, whether the father, the guardian, or the teacher who raises the children, has the right to strike them if they disobey. The strike must be non-severe and not fatal. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Command your children to pray at seven, strike them for it at ten, and separate them in their beds." If striking is needed because it is more deterrent and more effective in raising the child, then he strikes according to his condition. If he is strict with him in striking, it must be a non-severe strike. Yes.