What is the way to show filial piety to my mother in a case where she has falsely accused me of helping my father marry, refused to visit me and receive me, invoked curses upon me, and incited my siblings to ostracize me?
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The psychological state of the mother must be taken into consideration, for Allah Almighty commanded kindness to parents and emphasized it, and the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, stressed the importance of honoring one's mother, making it one of the most beloved deeds to Allah, and warned against disobeying them. The siblings and the father should help reconcile differences, and it is obligatory to continue maintaining ties with and honoring the mother, even if she severs relations, for her right is great.
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