بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
From the first time we heard the name Ibraheem (alayhis salaam), our hearts felt drawn to him. His life—rooted in faith, courage, and pure love for Allah—still speaks deeply to our family, especially in these sacred days of Dhul Hijjah
His story isn’t just history—it’s a reminder of what it means to truly submit, to love Allah more than anything else, and to trust Him even when the path looks uncertain
ALONE YET FIRM IN FAITH
Ibraheem (AS) was born into a community soaked in idol worship. Even his father made and sold idols. But from a young age, he questioned the falsehood surrounding him:
“What are these images to which you are devoted?”(Surah Al-Anbiyaa, 21:52)
He searched for the truth—looking at the stars, moon, and sun, but each one disappeared. He realized that the true Lord must be the One who never fades.
“Indeed, I have turned my face toward the One who created the heavens and the earth…” (Surah Al-An’aam, 6:79)
That verse touched our hearts. As a family, we asked: Have we truly turned our faces toward Allah?
THE FIRE OF TAWAKKUL
When he destroyed the idols to make a statement, his people were enraged. They built a fire to punish him. Yet, he didn’t panic—he trusted Allah.
“O fire, be coolness and safety for Ibraheem!” (Surah Al-Anbiyaa, 21:69)
SubhaanAllah. That fire, meant to destroy, became peace. This showed us that tawakkul—complete trust in Allah—can turn even trials into mercy.
THE TEST OF LOVE
The most touching part for us was the test of sacrifice. After years of longing, Allah gave him a righteous son, Isma’eel (AS). Then came the command:
“O my son, indeed I have seen in a dream that I must sacrifice you…” (Surah As-Saaffaat, 37:102)
Both father and son submitted without hesitation. This wasn’t just obedience—it was love and trust in Allah. And when they submitted, Allah replaced the child with a ram:
“Indeed, this was the clear trial.” (Surah As-Saaffaat, 37:106)
This moment became the root of our Eid Al Adha—a celebration of sincere submission.
BUILDING FOR ALLAH
Ibraheem (AS) and Isma’eel (AS) later built the Ka’bah, praying:
“Our Lord, accept [this] from us…” (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:127)
Their du’aa teaches us that even good deeds need sincerity and Allah’s acceptance.
A DUA’A FOR GENERATIONS
He didn’t only think of himself—he made heartfelt du’aas for his descendants, including us:
“Make us Muslims to You and from our descendants a Muslim nation…” (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:128)
This shaped our reflection as a homeschooling family: What legacy are we building?
OUR REFLECTION
For the parents: We were reminded to raise our children for Allah’s pleasure. For the children: They saw what it means to obey with love. For all of us: True success lies in submission—not in status, but in being close to Allah.
“Indeed, Ibraheem was a nation, devoutly obedient to Allah…” (Surah An-Nahl, 16:120)
May Allah count us among those who follow his legacy with sincerity. Aamiin
BY THE BELLO-IBIYEMI FAMILY KIDS.
