Page 170 - Signs of the End Times in Surat Al-Kahf

SIGNS OF THE END TIMES IN SURAT AL-KAHF

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T T he last wisdom behind his action, as explained by Khidhr (as),
has to do with the orphans’ wall. The verse discusses caring for
the orphans of faithful parents. As we read elsewhere:
… They will ask you about the property of orphans. Say:
"Managing it in their best interests is best." If you mix your
property with theirs, they are your brothers. Allah knows one
who plunders from one who improves. If Allah had wanted, He
could have been hard on you. Allah is Almighty, All-Wise.
(Surat al-Baqara, 220)
The believers, as pointed out here, take the utmost care to protect the
orphans’ rights and ensure their moral education, because of their good
character and strict adherence to Allah’s commands and recommenda-
tions. Muslims are generous to orphans: "Any wealth you give away
should go to your parents and relatives, to orphans and the very poor,
and travellers. Whatever good you do, Allah knows it" (Surat al-
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