Advice for the one whose son does not pray in congregation in the mosque
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The questioner:
Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. The questioner says: My son does not pray in congregation in the mosque, and I have advised him, argued with him, and boycotted him, but it has not worked.
The Shaykh:
Why?
The questioner:
It has not worked on him, and he is seventeen years old. Beating him will only increase his aversion and stubbornness. He says he has become annoyed even by my advice. So what should be done in this case, and what is your advice to me?
The Shaykh:
If he is afflicted with a psychological illness, treat him gradually. But if he has no illness, do not be lenient with him; be strict with him and repeat the advice. If the intention is sincere, Allah the Exalted will guide him. Strive against this and be patient with him. Yes.
Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. The questioner says: My son does not pray in congregation in the mosque, and I have advised him, argued with him, and boycotted him, but it has not worked.
The Shaykh:
Why?
The questioner:
It has not worked on him, and he is seventeen years old. Beating him will only increase his aversion and stubbornness. He says he has become annoyed even by my advice. So what should be done in this case, and what is your advice to me?
The Shaykh:
If he is afflicted with a psychological illness, treat him gradually. But if he has no illness, do not be lenient with him; be strict with him and repeat the advice. If the intention is sincere, Allah the Exalted will guide him. Strive against this and be patient with him. Yes.
Source
شرح إغاثة اللهفان من مصائد الشيطان لابن القيم، الفصل الأول في النية في الطهارة والصلاة — islamhouse.com (52:39)
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