Nouman Ali Khan – The Rights of Parents and The Gift of our Parents

About this lecture

In this deeply moving lecture, Nouman Ali Khan reflects on ayat 15–16 of Surah Al-Ahqaf, unpacking the Quranic command to honor parents with ihsan (excellence) and exploring the profound dua of the mature believer who turns to Allah at forty with gratitude, righteous deeds, and hope for his offspring. He highlights the unique gift of being raised by Muslim parents, the sacrifices of mothers that we so easily forget, and how sincere dua — paired with honest self-reflection — can transform our lives in this world and secure our standing in the next.