Suffering the Pangs of Separation from Children

SUFFERING THE PANGS OF SEPARATION FROM CHILDREN Serving parents has become a worn-out concept today. Parents can only watch with regret as their children progress, realizing that the shade of the tree they painstakingly planted does not extend to them. A senior Muslim merchant was asked by someone about his 95-year lifespan, spanning almost a century. They inquired about his learnings and experiences throughout this long journey. After a brief silence, he replied with great solemnity, “No experiences. Just born, grew up, ventured into business, got married, and had children. I devoted myself to settling my children. Now, in the twilight of my life, I suffer the pangs of separation from children and await death.” This narrative resonates with nearly all households in the present age. Almost all parents give their children too much attention, pouring all their love and effort into shaping their futures. However, in the end, many face disloyalty from them as their children depart to forge independent lives. The concept of serving parents has become worn out in modern times. Parents can