Is the questioner considered disobedient to her parents, taking into account their anger at her for their differing beliefs, their alienation of her children from her, and their claim that she stole their money based on a vision, despite her kindness to them, her avoidance of arguments with them, and her prayers for them?
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One must honor and be good to one's parents, regardless of their creed, for Allah Almighty says: "But if they endeavor to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them, but accompany them in [this] world with appropriate kindness." This includes a Muslim parent who holds an innovation (bid'ah). There is no harm in keeping children away from him for fear of his influence on them.
It is advisable to be patient with the parent's accusations and abuses, and to seek reward from Allah, responding to ill-treatment with kindness. It is also advisable to pray for his guidance and forgiveness, as good treatment may change him.
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