Nouman Ali Khan

When Technology Takes the Role of the Father

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Aug 11, 2025
Exploring the impact of technology on fatherhood, the discussion reveals how digital devices reshape family dynamics and challenge traditional roles. It highlights the importance of spiritual guidance in parenting and the need for active involvement in children's lives. The historical significance of fatherhood is examined through the story of Ibrahim a.s., raising questions about modern influences like social media. The conversation calls for a reconnection with deeper values and spirituality in a fast-paced, tech-driven world.
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Father As The Social Umbilical Cord

  • A father historically provided identity, dignity, and a social place for his child.
  • He acted as the social umbilical cord linking the individual to tribe and lineage.
ANECDOTE

Temple Lesson From A Father

  • A pagan father teaches his son identity, belonging, and bounded goals at the temple.
  • The ritual becomes the son's roadmap for social acceptance and personal aims.
INSIGHT

Industrialization Broke Father Bonds

  • The Industrial Revolution uprooted millions from village life into isolated urban work.
  • That separation eroded daily father-son mentorship and the transmission of values.
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