Reflections of a Mother

[Aaqib Ahmed]

Reflections of a Mother

Unknown Author



Allah gave you life through me, but I cannot live it for you.
I can teach you the Qur'an and the Deen, but I cannot make you learn.

I can guide you in your Deen, but I cannot be there to lead you.
I can allow you freedom, but I cannot account for it.

I can take you to the masjid, but I cannot make you pray..
I can teach you right from wrong, but I cannot always decide for you.

I can buy you beautiful clothes, but I cannot make you beautiful inside.
I can offer you advice, but I cannot accept it for you.

I can give you love, lihubbillaah, but I cannot force it upon you.
I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish.

I can teach you respect, but I cannot force you to show honour.
I can advise you about friends, but cannot choose them for you.

I can advise you about sex, but I cannot keep you pure.
I can tell you the facts of life, but I can't build your reputation.

I can tell you about drink, but I can't say "no" for you..
I can warn you about drugs but I can't prevent you from using them.

I can tell you about lofty goals, but I can't achieve them for you.
I can teach you about kindness, but I can't force you to be gracious.

I can warn you about sins, but I cannot make you moral
I can pray for you, but I cannot make you walk in the Straight Path of Allah.

I can tell you how to live, but I cannot give you eternal life.
I can love you with unconditional love all of my life...... and I will.