What is the ruling on shunning disobedient parents whose transgressions are manifest? And if shunning is prohibited, then what is the interpretation of Abraham's shunning of his father?

If the intended meaning of shunning parents is to avoid their falsehood and disobedience, then it is obligatory, in compliance with the Almighty's saying: "And when you see those who engage in [offensive] discourse concerning Our verses, then turn away from them until they enter into another conversation," and His saying: "So do not sit with them until they enter into another conversation. Indeed, in that case, you would be like them."

However, if the intended meaning is to abandon them, then it is not permissible. Ibrahim's (peace be upon him) shunning of his people was by forsaking their falsehood, not by abandoning his parents. He abandoned what they were upon of falsehood and adhered to the truth, confirming the Almighty's saying: "And I will withdraw from you and what you invoke other than Allah."

After his father threatened him, Ibrahim responded by saying: "He said, 'Peace be upon you. I will ask forgiveness for you from my Lord. Indeed, He has been to me most gracious.'" Then he decided to emigrate with his religion, not to abandon his parents, just as the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) and his companions emigrated.