This will help us to differentiate between real islam and innovations and make us good muslimsand dawahdaaees. The etiquettes of seeking knowledge shaykh bakr aboo zayd. Seeking knowledge is incumbent upon every muslim, male and female. Remember that seeking knowledge is an act of worship. Seeking knowledge of islam is no doubt an obligation upon all believers. Allah swt in the glorious quran the first guidance that he gave to the whole of humankind was not to pray, it was not to fast, it was not to perform hajj but the first guidance given by allah swt in the glorious quran to the whole of humankind was. In this lecture dr zakir talks about seeking knowledge in the light of islam and that allah swt in the glorious quran, the first guidance that he gave to the whole of humankind was not to pray, it was not to perform hajj but the first guidance given by allah in the glorious quran to the whole of humankind was iqra, it was. Natural disasters in light of islam mufti menk download. For others who want to help thousands learn about islam from, you can support the delivery of such islamic messages and content below. As seeking knowledge is prescribed throughout ones life, and life ends only at death, it is essential for the seeker of knowledge to combine meeting worldly needs with pursuit of knowledge. Islam provided great impetus for the human pursuit of knowledge. This paper casts light on islams long history in china and the cultural genius of its.
Can you please list the references to ayat in the holy quran which highlight the status and importance of gaining knowledge in islam. In islam, it is mandatory for all male and female to acquire knowledge and be in a place of being wellinformed. Zakir naik seeking knowledge in the light of islam muslim central. The scholars of the islamic community have attached great importance to it and. Let the one who has most knowledge of the book of allah lead the people in prayer. The islamic era and its importance to knowledge and the.
Duas for studying or seeking knowledge, and taking exams. Seeking knowledge in the light of islam by dr zakir naik. Generally speaking, the arabic word for knowledge is ilm, which, in most cases, indicates to islamic knowledge or matters related to shereeah islamic law. The quran urges the mankind to think, ponder, reflect and acquire knowledge that would bring them closer to god and his creation. Generally speaking, the arabic word for knowledge is ilm, which, in most cases, indicates to islamic knowledge or matters related to shereeah islamic. Importance of seeking knowledge new muslims elearning site.
May allah swt shower his knowledge and wisdom upon us and guide us to the right path, inshaallah. The two main benefits of treading on the path of knowledge are the protection of angels and the dua of allahs creatures. Seeking knowledge in the light of islam 1 english zakir naik. Seeking knowledge in the light of islam 1 supporting. The prophet mohammed ordered muslims to be active in their search for learning, crossing oceans and continents if necessary. Historically, the islamic empire was a beacon of light with innovative and cutting edge. Supporting muhammad the prophet of islam website aims at giving information about the prophet of allah and refuting the allegations about the prophet. Hadith about knowledge from bukhari, muslim, ibn majah and more collections.
On the state of knowledgeseeking in the muslim world. Seeking knowledge in the light of islam by dr zakir naik part 1. Work and earning livelihood in the light quran and sunnah. It is concerned with everything about the prophet peace and mercy of allah be upon him. Historically, the islamic empire was a beacon of light with innovative and cutting edge discoveries. And so for any seeker of knowledge, your intentions need to be sincere for the sake of allah. Knowledge is but a light which allah places in the heart. In this lecture dr zakir talks about seeking knowledge in the light of islam and that allah swt in the glorious quran, the first guidance that he gave to the whole of humankind was not to pray, it was not to perform hajj but the first guidance given by allah in the glorious quran to the whole of. Seek knowledge even as far as going to the depths of seas. As pointed out earlier there is great emphasis on learning and seeking knowledge in islam. That is why it is stated, the truth of knowledge is actually the same light which god the exalted makes shine in the heart of whoever he wishes to do so. No other religion or institution gives as much importance to knowledge as the religion of islam.
Knowledge is the base of our lives, and religious knowledge is pleasant, appropriate, and gives pleasure to us because we came to know about our lord. Rather, it is a light that illuminates in the heart of one who wants allah to guide him. If we look at the first five verses revealed from the holy quran, we can see that the word. Similar to the aforementioned hadith, although certain obligatory islamic practices are placelimited, like hajj that is to be done in mecca, this hadith removes geographical limitations. From the books back cover to adorn oneself with beautiful etiquette, noble manners, good behaviour, and pious conduct are distinguishing characteristics of the people of islaam, and knowledge. No other religion gives as much importance to knowledge as the religion islam.
That includes marriage, because marriage should never be a barrier to seeking knowledge. Seeking knowledge slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. The researcher will find all written, audio and visual topics about his biography and sayings. Worshiping is good but acquiring knowledge is better. Seeking knowledge the way to paradise by habib ahmad allah will exalt those who believe among you, and those who have been granted knowledge to high ranks.
Zakir naik seeking knowledge in the light of islam. This book is one of the important resources of knowledge for those who seek to know. If they are equal in terms of knowledge of the quran, let the one who emigrated first lead them. If they are equal in terms of emigration, let the one who has more knowledge of the sunnah lead them. Seeking knowledge with the intention of benefiting oneself and the people is rewarded like performing additional prayers or fasting. Islam makes it a religious duty upon muslims to seek knowledge. Although, some of the quranic verses in this article refer to islamic knowledge, yet they are general in their meaning, and thus can be used to refer to learning in general.
The first verse that descended on the prophet muhammad pbuh was iqra, meaning read, opening the door to read, write, and ponder. Importance of seeking knowledge in islam islamic articles. Quran seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every muslim male and female. Verily, allah does not take away knowledge by snatching it from people but he takes away knowledge with the death of the scholars, such that when he leaves no scholar left, the people will turn to the ignorant as their leaders. The etiquette of seeking knowledge english baker bin. Hadith the virtues of knowledge allah most exalted is he, who created us and gave us sustenance. It is known from the teachings of islam that seeking knowledge and seeking to understand the religion is one of the best acts of worship and obedience to allah.
Seeking knowledge and education mufti ismail menk duration. Seeking knowledge is an important concept for muslims which has certain. There are many evidence and virtues of seeking, acquiring and spreading the knowledge of the deen, that can be found in the hadith of allahs last messenger mohammad. Seeking knowledge in the light of islam and that your children are an amana so give them the best education for both the worlds. Picture with quote of learn good manners before seeking knowledge. Seeking knowledge is an obligation on every muslim. Seeking knowledge in our time and seeking knowledge in the time that was before us why the people who seek knowledge today dont find the success with their knowledge and great benefit with their knowledge. Public hosted by cleveland state university muslim student association. The knowledge of theology is the first in rank of all sciences, and it is the source of all other branches of science. In this lecture dr zakir talks about seeking knowledge in the light of islam and that allah swt in the glorious quran, the first guidance that he. The religion has made seeking knowledge incumbent upon all muslims and has deemed that not doing so as a sin.
Islam has given great importance to the process of seeking knowledge. With regard to a woman going out to seek knowledge for which she does not have a specific and individual need, such as seeking general islamic knowledge including study of hadeeth sciences, deeper knowledge of aqeedah, tafseer and arabic language this is not obligatory for them, and the ruling on that depends upon a weighing up of the. The light of faith produces an insatiable quench for knowledge and understanding of the divine revelation as well as the mysteries of nature. This hadith outlines multiple blessings of seeking knowledge, but we will concentrate on two main benefits. Our sixth imam peace be upon him has explained what knowledge truly is. The same is true for studying quran and trying to recite and memorize it as much as one can. This is an obligation which the head of the household must undertake, in obedience to the command of allah interpretation of the meaning. Message to our readers in 2020 we thank our readers who have supported us all these years in continuing our mission to get islam s peaceful message out to the public. Apart from books, learning means keeping the mind open and active to receive all kinds of experience. The etiquette of seeking knowledge shaykh bakr aboo zayd isbn. Islam has made seeking knowledge necessary for all muslims and has believed that not doing so is considered as a sin. How exercise benefits the brain and overall performance.
One of the greatest miracles seen in islam was the emergence of a man, who became the mercy to mankind. Knowledge and learning in islam is a duty on every muslim it was also related by anas b. Therefore, the nobility of knowledge is a certain issue. In islam it is a narrative record of the sayings and actions of prophet muhammad and his companions.