Parenting Perspective 

When a child begins to ask about Allah Almighty, their questions may not always sound polished or reverent. They may be driven by curiosity, touched by doubt, or expressed in words that can unsettle a parent. Beneath these questions, however, lies a simple need: to make sense of the unseen and to feel safe while exploring these thoughts with you. If a child senses dismissal, shame, or anger, they may learn to keep their spiritual struggles hidden, a silence that can create distance from their faith and from you. 

A child’s questions are not a sign of weakness but an indication of a living, searching mind. The goal is not to silence their doubts but to show them that their voice is valued in your home. This approach teaches them that faith grows through dialogue, reflection, and trust, rather than through a fear of being wrong. 

Listen Before Answering 

Parents often rush to correct or explain, yet what a child initially needs most is a listening ear. When your child asks, ‘How do we know Allah exists?’, try to pause and hear the feeling beneath the words, whether it is confusion, awe, or even fear. A gentle response, such as, ‘That is a very thoughtful question; what has made you think about this?’, keeps the door open instead of closing it with a quick instruction. 

Model Humility in Faith 

Children observe how adults carry their beliefs. Admitting that faith is a journey and that even adults continue to learn will make your child feel less judged for not knowing everything. A simple admission, such as, ‘I also reflect on these questions, and my understanding continues to grow,’ creates space for shared exploration. This humility strengthens trust and encourages your child to approach you with their questions in the future. 

Create a Family Culture of Open Dialogue 

Small, consistent practices can normalise asking about Allah Almighty without fear. This helps to build a culture of curiosity rather than pressure. 

• During dinner, you could invite everyone to share one thought or question about life or faith. 

• Keep a small notebook titled ‘Our Wonder Book’, where your child can write or draw their questions to revisit together. 

• Offer a simple bedtime assurance like, ‘Whatever you wonder about Allah, you can always tell me. Your questions are always welcome.’ 

These actions reassure a child that their questions are not interruptions but a welcome part of family life. 

Spiritual Insight 

An openness to questioning is not foreign to Islam. The noble Quran itself records the questions of prophets, angels, and ordinary people, treating them as part of the unfolding journey of guidance. A question, when met with patience, can lead a heart closer to conviction. 

Allah Almighty states in the noble Quran at Surah Ibraheem (14), Verse 10: 

‘The Messengers that were sent to them said: “Can there be any doubt (of the fact that) Allah (Almighty) is the Original Creator (of the intrinsic nature) of everything that is in the layers of trans-universal existence and the Earth? He (Allah Almighty) invites you (towards Him) so that He May forgive for you, for all of your sins (that you have committed); and grant a respite for you until the fixed period (of the beginning and end-of-life)”…’ 

This verse shows that questioning the existence of Allah Almighty is not an anomaly. The response of the prophets was not to scold but to reason, invite, and remind with gentleness. 

It is recorded in Sahih Bukhari, Hadith 1970, that the holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: 

‘Do those deeds which you can do easily, as Allah will not get tired (of giving rewards) till you get bored and tired (of performing religious deeds), and the most beloved deed to Allah is the most regular even if it is small.’ 

This hadith reminds us that faith is built gradually. Just as consistent deeds nurture belief, so too do consistent conversations: small, steady, and patient moments where a child can ask freely and be met with kindness. 

When you offer a safe space for your child’s questions, you teach them that Allah Almighty is not a subject to be feared but a reality to be known with love and patience. Over time, their trust in you becomes a bridge to their trust in the Creator. Every question they ask is an opportunity to walk beside them as their faith unfolds, gradually deepening into strength.