by Faisal Ibn Abdul Qaadir Ibn Hassan Abu
Sulaymaan
The Meaning of Puberty:
Puberty ( البلوغ
) signifies the time when a
child transitions from childhood to adulthood. At this stage, he/she becomes
legally responsible according to Islâmic Legislation, which means their good and
bad deeds will be recorded.
Imaam Ibn Mandhoor رحمه الله said:
“A boy reaches ( بلغ
) puberty: i.e. has a wet dream -- it is as if he has reached the time of recording
[of good / bad deeds] and legal responsibility. This is like that of a girl who
has reached ( بلغت
) puberty”.
[Lisan ul-Arab]
