matter how closely related they are. The same applies if a relative stubbornly commits major sins and does not abstain from them despite being told otherwise. Severing ties would again become requisite. To bear ties with such person and even aid them in sinning connotes participation in their major sins. This is categorically impermissible.^[1]

صَلُّوۡا عَلَى الۡحَبِيۡب            صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلٰى مُحَمَّد

Keeping good ties with family has become a burden for some

Dear Islamic brothers, fulfilling the rights of relatives, keeping ties with them, and treating them well are means of earning great prosperity.  We can derive truly complete benefit from this, however, if we enact these virtuous deeds from the bottom of our hearts, sincerely and earnestly.

Regretfully, family relationships have become insincere. It seems people only maintain ties because they feel compelled. Some may even appear very sociable outwardly, but their hearts are filled with hatred for other Muslims. Others fall victim to their nafs and the traps of Satan, completely cutting ties with their family for personal reasons or sometimes no reason at all.

The very same unfortunate people go on to spend money carelessly upon their friends, without second thought, whilst the rights of their parents, siblings, children and family are left unfulfilled.

Whether it be weddings, gatherings, events held to commemorate sacred days or personalities, or even gatherings of dhikr and n’at, some people have the habit of only inviting relatives who invite them to their respective events. There are times when personal gain comes into play;