Re: Shura for the family?
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I'm not exactly sure what shura means...
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Shura is like mutual consulation....like for the family to make decisions together, after taking everyone's opinions (vs one person just deciding everything themselves always)
NYCGhori I think its great that you want to have this in your family. My father was very big on it too, and I hope when I have kids inshallah we will also have this in our family. The key is to always keep the lines of communication open and to always listen to what everyone has to say with respect and an open mind, so you consider their viewpoints even though you may not agree with it always. Its so important, especially these days, for the children to have a close, trusting, open relationship with their parents, so they know they can discuss any matter with them. Having a solid shura system in the family really can help acheive that, as the children will feel like their parents actually value them as human beings and are not just like dictators trying to ruin their life or something. And it can help the children in many ways as well, to make wise decisions inshallah