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Today, Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessings be upon him) encourages us to respect our elders. This message is particularly poignant for Friday sermons, where we are offered a gentle reminder of how vital it is to show reverence to those before us.

Knowing how important a concept this is, this Friday’s sermon will highlight how honoring elders encourages the formation of respectful and enduring social relationships. We will also explore how reverence for the elderly can improve self-discipline, as this trait is essential for the observance of several Islamic teachings.

Showing respect for those older than us does not merely relate to showing politeness and being courteous. It is so much more for Muslims. The Holy Quran mentions the importance of honoring parents and other senior members of society multiple times. We must ensure our behavior reflects our reverence for our elders, as they offer us wisdom in times of difficulty and guidance.

We must also remember that it is not only about respecting the elderly. They too have the responsibility of maintaining the decorum of society. Seniors must set a good example of humility and grace for others to follow. Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessings be upon him) once said, “He is not among us who does not have mercy upon our young ones and respect our old ones”. Thus, we are obliged to guide our elders, modeling the best behavior and offering advice only when it is necessary.

This Friday’s sermon is an opportunity for each one of us to reflect on this important obligation of showing respect for our elders. We need to demonstrate our reverence in our thoughts and practices so that it becomes a normative behavior for us and creates a place of trust and acceptance for everyone.