We ought to obey our parents in all matters that are beneficial for them in this world and the next while sparing and protecting them from any form of harm or hurt. Obedience to parents can be compared to obedience to the Prophet (peace be upon him) when Allah tells that the believers should not disobey him in any honorable or any good act : “And would not disobey thee in anything honorable or (any good act).”

 

The scholars have stipulated that we are not bound to obey our parents in the following cases:

 

1- If they order us to disobey Allah and His Messenger.

 

2- If they request us to do things that are harmful to ourselves (and are not of any benefit to them in this world or hereafter).

 

3- If they order something silly or unreasonable: prevent us from working or traveling (unless doing so would deprive them of the essential care they need).

 

Almighty Allah knows best.