In the serene expanse of Jakarta’s Istiqlal Mosque, a profound moment unfolded before President Johnson: a mother, her face etched with gentle patience, guiding her young daughter through the motions of prayer. The scene was simple, yet it resonated with an almost universal truth.
It struck her then, with an overwhelming clarity, that this tender act transcends continents and cultures. From hushed living rooms in bustling cities to quiet corners in remote villages, mothers (and parents) worldwide are engaged in this same sacred task.
They are the first teachers of faith, imparting not just rituals, but the very essence of spiritual connection.
This isn’t merely a tradition; it is a divinely appointed privilege.
In the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia, I saw this mother teaching her daughter to pray, and the impression rushed over me . . .
All over the world, across time zones and political boundaries—women teach children to pray. It is a divinely appointed privilege.
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J Washburn
