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158 Messiah (as). Waqf children from Western countries have greater opportunities to learn different languages than those who are from other parts of the world. Learning a language is very difficult and should start from childhood. Some of the languages that Huzoor (rh) mentioned for Waqf-e-Nau children include French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Hungarian, Czech, Romanian, Albanian, etc. Huzoor (rh) suggested hiring a nanny for children who speaks a second language so a child could learn it from an early age. b) Keep Them Away from Absurd Literature: Hazrat Khalifatul-Masih IV (rh) told parents to encourage their Waqifin to read good literature. Be vigilant of the books these children are reading. Encourage reading of good literature that would hone their reasoning skills and sharpen their minds. It is important to encourage children to read stories that will create greatness of character, realism and courage in them. Give them books that highlight human morals, as such books leave a positive impression on young minds. c) Teaching Extra Care in Financial Matters: Waqf-e-Nau children should be taught care in financial matters and knowledge of accounting, along with a great emphasis on honesty. Honesty is exceptionally important for a Jama ’ at that is running wholly and solely on voluntary Chandajaat (donations). The financial system of the Jama ’ at is functioning on the basis of trust and honesty. Teach Waqifin arithmetic and how to maintain accounts. 10) Waqifaat-e-Nau: a) Marriage of Waqifaat: Hazrat Khalifatul-Masih IV (rh) instructed parents to marry their daughters to Waqf-e-Nau boys. A non- Waqf husband might have comparatively less