Bab-ul-Ilm

The Prophet (SAW) and the One Who Cares for an Orphan

Chapter 3 — Character and Good Manners (Akhlaq)

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Said by: Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Reference: Al-Kafi (Shaykh al-Kulayni) — [reference — to be verified]

Arabic:

أَنَا وَكَافِلُ الْيَتِيمِ فِي الْجَنَّةِ هَكَذَا

English Translation:

"I and the one who looks after an orphan will be in Paradise like this" — and he held his two fingers together.

Explanation:

Caring for a child who has lost a parent is one of the most beloved deeds. Its reward is closeness to the Prophet (SAW) himself in Paradise.

💡 Remember:

Caring for a child who has lost a parent is one of the most beloved deeds.