The Woman of Paradise

According to the narration in the explanation, the event unfolded as follows: A woman with two little daughters came to Aisha's door and asked for help. Aisha said that she only had three dates at that moment and gave them to the woman. The woman gave one date to each of her children. One date was left, and she could have eaten it herself. However, the children quickly ate the dates and looked at their mother. The mother divided her share of the date in half and gave it to both of her children; she did not eat at all. Aisha experienced deep emotions while watching this scene. When the Prophet Muhammad returned home, he narrated the event. The Messenger of Allah said: 'Whoever is tested because of these girls and treats them kindly, they will be a veil for him from Hell.' In another narration, it is stated that this woman has earned the right to enter Paradise. This event carries an important message regarding children's rights and parental responsibility in Islam. Especially the love and selflessness shown towards daughters represent the complete opposite of the negative attitudes towards girls during the Age of Ignorance. The mother giving her share to her children is the most beautiful expression of this selflessness. [Source: Bukhari, Zakat 10; Muslim, Birr 146-147; TDV Islamic Encyclopedia, 'Girl Child' article]