In Islam, the elderly are afforded a special place of honor and respect, and there are numerous rights and duties towards them outlined in both the Qur’an and Hadith. These rights emphasize respect, care, and compassion for older individuals, acknowledging their wisdom and contributions to society. Here are some key rights of the elderly in Islam:
1. Respect and Honor

• Islam emphasizes showing respect and kindness to the elderly. The Qur’an specifically mentions the importance of treating one’s parents with the utmost respect in several verses, such as in Surah Al-Isra (17:23), which commands children to be respectful and avoid even uttering a word of contempt to their parents.
  

  “And We have enjoined upon man [care] for his parents. His mother carried him with hardship upon hardship, and his weaning is in two years. Be grateful to Me and to your parents; to Me is the [final] destination.”

• Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) also taught that respect for elders is a key aspect of good character. He said, “He is not one of us who does not show mercy to our young ones and respect to our elders.” (Sunan al-Tirmidhi)