Contemporary Art
Serving Parents: The Key to Success in This World and the Hereafter. AI-Generated.
Introduction In a world where success is often measured by wealth, fame, or social status, we often overlook one of the most powerful yet simple ways to attain true success—serving our parents. Across cultures and religions, especially in Islam, honoring and caring for one’s parents is considered one of the greatest virtues. It is a deed that brings peace in this life and unimaginable rewards in the hereafter. --- The Status of Parents in Islam In Islam, the importance of parents is highlighted immediately after the oneness of God. The Qur’an says: > "And We have enjoined upon man [care] for his parents. His mother carried him, [increasing her] in weakness upon weakness..." (Qur’an 31:14) This verse and many others emphasize the physical and emotional efforts parents, especially mothers, invest in raising their children. Islam encourages believers to show kindness, respect, and care to their parents throughout their lives. Even if the parents are not Muslim, Islam commands us to treat them gently and respectfully. --- Serving Parents: A Form of Worship Serving one’s parents is not only a social duty but a form of worship. It includes speaking to them kindly, taking care of their needs, spending time with them, and supporting them emotionally, physically, and financially. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: > “The pleasure of Allah lies in the pleasure of the parents, and the displeasure of Allah lies in the displeasure of the parents.” (Tirmidhi) This Hadith makes it clear that our relationship with our parents directly impacts our relationship with Allah. --- Success in This World When we serve our parents sincerely, we gain their heartfelt prayers. These prayers can open doors to countless blessings—good health, lawful earnings, righteous children, and peace of mind. Many successful individuals often attribute their achievements to the prayers of their parents. Even in worldly matters, such as job opportunities, education, or business ventures, the support and dua (supplication) of parents play a vital role. --- Success in the Hereafter The hereafter is the eternal life, and our deeds in this world will determine our place there. Serving parents is one of those deeds that carries tremendous weight on the Day of Judgment. A man once asked the Prophet (PBUH): > “Which deed is most beloved to Allah?” He replied, “Prayer at its proper time.” The man asked, “Then what?” He said, “Kindness to parents.” (Bukhari) The reward of caring for parents is so great that it can even lead to forgiveness of sins and the highest levels of Paradise. Imagine standing before Allah and being rewarded simply because you smiled at your mother or helped your father without expecting anything in return. --- Practical Ways to Serve Parents Spend time with them and listen to their stories. Fulfill their needs before they even ask. Show patience even when they’re upset or critical. Make dua for them daily. Avoid raising your voice or showing anger. Visit their graves (if they’ve passed) and continue giving charity on their behalf. --- Conclusion In today’s fast-paced life, many people neglect their duties toward their parents in pursuit of personal goals. However, true success lies in earning the blessings and prayers of those who gave us life. Serving parents is not just a religious act; it is a spiritual journey that leads to the love of Allah, peace of heart, and success in both this world and the next. So let us all strive to serve our par
By Sophia Grace7 months ago in Art
The Woodpecker and the Wishing Tree. AI-Generated.
**The Woodpecker and the Wishing Tree** In a lush forest teeming with trees, there lived a woodpecker named "Peck," known for his bright red feathers and rhythmic tapping that echoed far and wide. Peck loved pecking at trees to find food, but he always dreamed of discovering something special to make the forest more joyful.
By Omar Mohammed 7 months ago in Art
The Song of the Rain Frog. AI-Generated.
**Title: The Song of the Rain Frog** In a quiet lake surrounded by a forest, a little frog named Flower lived. She loved dancing on lily pads with her friends under the moonlight. One night, Flower heard a strange buzzing sound from the other side of the lake. Curious, she hopped over and found a large frog trapped in an old net. With her friends' help, she rescued the big frog, who turned out to be the frogs' wise elder. As a reward, he taught Flower a magical song that brought gentle rain. When a drought hit the village, Flower sang, saving the lake and forest. From then on, she became the frogs' hero.
By Omar Mohammed 7 months ago in Art
The Journey of the Little Airplane. AI-Generated.
On a sunny day, there lived a boy named Ahmad who dreamed of becoming a pilot. He often sat under a big tree, watching airplanes soar in the sky. One day, he found an old box in the garden containing a small wooden toy airplane.Ahmad picked up the airplane and began imagining its adventures. Suddenly, it started to move slowly, then lifted into the air! It took him to the clouds, where he saw enchanting cities and towering mountains. But as the airplane began to descend, Ahmad shouted, "I want to go back!" The airplane smiled and returned him to the garden.Ahmad woke up to find the wooden airplane beside him. From that day, he decided to pursue his dream and started studying hard to become a real pilot.
By Omar Mohammed 7 months ago in Art
The Secret of the Magic Dessert. AI-Generated.
In a small village, there was an old woman named Umm Salem, famous for making the most delicious desserts. Every day, she prepared a new batch of golden basbousa or crispy kunafa and shared it with the village children. But there was a mysterious secret: anyone who ate her sweets would smile and laugh endlessly!One day, Yasser, a mischievous boy, decided to uncover Umm Salem’s secret. He sneaked into her kitchen at night and saw her adding a drop from a tiny bottle labeled "Joy Water" to the dessert. Curious, Yasser asked, "What’s that?" Umm Salem smiled and said, "These are my happy memories! I add them to the sweets, and they fill everyone’s hearts with joy."Yasser learned the secret but chose to keep it to himself. From that day on, whenever he ate Umm Salem’s desserts, he felt the world was brighter. He realized that happiness is made from love and cherished memories.
By Omar Mohammed 7 months ago in Art
What is art?
What is art? Art to me is a way of expressing one's ideas through image. Whether through photography, sculpture, water or oil paintings or maybe through just plain doodles with pen and pencils, or maybe as I do with coloring. Art is a way of showing and even reflecting one's feelings over a period of time. One learns technique and if viewing the classics on may learn history too. There is also language and music in one's art to, but one has to be open to receive the message that the artist wants the viewer to see and hear. Comment.
By Mark Graham7 months ago in Art
More of my Color Art
The following pieces of 'color art' for that is what I call my pieces of art. They are drawings from adult coloring books and in the future some children's coloring books that I color for mainly relaxation and creativity. The mediums I use are mainly crayons and colored pencils and at times magic markers. At any time, you can leave your comments on my work for I would really like to know what you think. Whether on the technique or just on what you feel and see in the images. One of my favorite hobbies to do at times.
By Mark Graham7 months ago in Art
“That Time I Went to the Grocery Store for Bread and Came Back with Existential Dread”
I had one mission: bread. Just bread. It was a sunny Wednesday. I was feeling slightly productive, mildly optimistic, and dangerously under-caffeinated. I told myself, “Just pop into the store, grab the bread, and get out. No detours. No nonsense.”
By Kaitesi Abigail7 months ago in Art
“The Box I’ve Been Avoiding (Also Known as My Entire Emotional State)”
In the corner of my bedroom sits a box. A plain cardboard box with a little dent in the side and a piece of tape that’s lost the will to stick. It’s not large. It doesn’t sparkle. But it holds something powerful: everything I’ve been avoiding since 2019.
By Kaitesi Abigail7 months ago in Art
Portugal’s Best CBD Store – Fast & Secure Delivery
As interest in natural health remedies continues to grow across Europe, Portugal has quietly become a hub for high-quality CBD products. From oils and tinctures to gummies and topicals, CBD has found its place in many people’s daily wellness routines. But for those looking to buy from a trusted source, finding Portugal’s best CBD store is about more than just product selection—it's about fast, secure delivery, quality assurance, and customer trust.
By Ayush Bagwari7 months ago in Art
