For children, - Why so much emphasis on the rights of Parents?(Status of Parents in Islam, Rights of Parents)

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Here is a point to ponder over: We do not find in Noble Qur'an and Hadith so much emphasis on looking after the children as is the case with the rights of the parents. Why?
The Sharia (Islamic law) has put a new challenge to those who think. Find out how logical this attitude is. The fact is that the parent's heart is the fountain-head of the love for the child; this affection becomes the life-blood of the parents. Noble Qur'an has alluded to this instinctive parental love in several places.
On the other hand, children especially when they are no longer in need of parental care, do not feel so much love for the parents. We are not speaking about respect. Here the talk is about instinctive love; and experience is a reliable witness to confirm this observation.
It is a known fact that sign-posts are not needed on straight highways; but at a cross-road where several routes branch out, one cannot expect to get onto the right path without a guide or a sign-post.
It is for this reason that Islam does not emphasize in so many words those aspects of life which are taken care of by human nature itself. It is where the hold of natural instinct is loosened that Islam extends its helping hand and leads man on the right path by telling him what he is expected to do.
It was for this reason that Islam did not explain the rights of children so forcefully; but full emphasis was given to the rights of the parents.
Disrespect towards Father
Hazrat Yusuf / Prophet Joseph (as) after suffering much calamities and difficulties became the governor of Egypt. His father Hazrat Yaqub / Prophet Jacob (as) who lamented for him for many years of separation became frail and weak.
After he got the news that Hazrat Yusuf (as) is alive and has become the governor of Egypt, he became overjoyed and started his journey to meet him. Hazrat Yusuf (as) also with much fanfare went ahead on the outskirts of the city on his horse to welcome his father.
When Hazrat Yusuf (as) saw the sorrowful eyes of his father he wanted to get down from his horse in respect, but, his status as a governor of Egypt, did not allow him to alight. It was a disrespectful action towards his father. After the meeting between the father and the son, Gabriel/ Hazrat Jibril (as) ascended by the order of Allah (SWT), came towards Hazrat Yusuf (as) and asked him: "Why did you not get down from your horse while welcoming your father?"
"Open your palm," demanded Gabriel/ Hazrat Jibril (as).
When Hazrat Yusuf (as) did so, a light came out from his palm and went towards heaven. Hazrat Yusuf (as) asked Gabriel/ Hazrat Jibril (as): "What was this light which has come out of my hand?"
Gabriel/ Hazrat Jibril (as) replied: "This light was of prophethood which was taken away from your progeny for showing disrespect by you towards your father. Now there won't be any prophet from your offspring." (Biharul Anwaar, Vol.4)

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How is Eid al-Fitr Celebrated?

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During the month of Ramadan, Muslims observe a strict fast and participate in pious activities such as charitable giving and peace-making. It is a time of intense spiritual renewal for those who observe it. At the end of Ramadan, Muslims throughout the world observe a joyous three-day celebration calledEid al-Fitr(the Festival of Fast-Breaking).
Answer:Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month which follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. It is a time to give in charity to those in need, and celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy.
Before the day of Eid, during the last few days of Ramadan, each Muslim family gives a determined amount as a donation to the poor. This donation is of actual food -- rice, barley, dates, rice, etc. -- to ensure that the needy can have a holiday meal and participate in the celebration.
This donation is known as sadaqah al-fitr(charity of fast-breaking).
On the day of Eid, Muslims gather early in the morning in outdoor locations or mosques to perform the Eid prayer. This consists of a sermon followed by a short congregational prayer.
After the Eid prayer, Muslims usually scatter to visit various family and friends, give gifts (especially to children), and make phone calls to distant relatives to give well-wishes for the holiday. These activities traditionally continue for three days. In most Muslim countries, the entire 3-day period is an official government/school holiday.

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