Is a mother's neglect in raising her son—in favor of caring for her own mother—considered a shortcoming concerning her son's rights? And who is more deserving of care: the mother's mother or the son?

The fundamental principle is that the mother is to be served by all her children. If a mother volunteers to care for her own mother alone, and does not neglect her other duties, then this is a good deed for which she will receive immense reward and great recompense, for honoring one's mother is among the best of deeds. However, if her right to raise her child conflicts with her volunteering to serve her mother, then her child's right takes precedence, for a woman is a guardian in her husband's home and responsible for her flock. She is obligated to care for her child, teach him matters of his religion, and raise him upon noble character. It appears that the mother has not fallen short in her child's right; even if a shortcoming were to occur, her right to dutifulness would not be forfeited.