Why Does Allâh Almighty Mention Wealth Before Children?

Question :

In the Qur'an, why is wealth always mentioned before children, despite children being worth more to a father than his wealth? And what is the wisdom behind this?

Answer:

Because wealth helps one to fulfil unlawful desires, the temptations of wealth are greater. The opposite is the case with children. Although a person may be tried in regard to them, and disobey Allâh because of them, but the temptations from wealth are more and worse. Allâh Almighty says:
"And it is not your wealth, nor your children that bring you nearer to Us (i.e. please Allah)."

He also said:
"Your wealth and your children are only a trial."

And:
"Let not your property or your children divert you from the remembrance of Allah."

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