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40 “ If you can instill love of God in their hearts at a young age then it is the biggest favor you can do for your children. And to establish that love you will need to talk about God. And while talking about God, if your core is not touched, your eyes do not shed tears, and your heart does not melt, then to think that children will be impressed by it is a false tale. There is no reality in it. Children of mothers whose hearts melt and flow in the form of tears whenever they mention God, truly love Him. The expressions on their faces change. Children wonder what has happened to their mother, what is the reason for her sadness, and what emotions have captured her? This is the impression that brings about a moral and noble change in a child ’ s heart. This is the essence and life of revolution. To become such mothers, as I have mentioned, you will have to search for the beauty of God while asking for His help, to the d egree that this beauty manifests itself in you and fills your heart with such love that your existence melts and molds into a new existence. ” 3. 2 ISLAMIC GUIDELINES Love for Allah Almighty and the Holy Prophet (saw) Very young children learn through frequent repetition. A mother will naturally and unconsciously repeat words of comfort to her child and when she wants him to become aware of something, she will refer to it again and again. Love for Allah can be taught in the same manner. Children who hear the name of Allah being mentioned frequently and who hear mothers praising and thanking Allah frequently will develop a feeling of familiarity with Allah Almighty in their minds. Children love stories and this is a great time to tell them stories about Allah Almighty and His creation. Any activity can become the source of praise of Allah Almighty. Mealtimes present the opportunity to