3.146 . And with how many a prophet have there been a number of devoted men who fought ( beside him ) . They quailed not for aught that befell them in the way of Allah , nor did they weaken , nor were they brought low . Allah loveth the steadfast .
Description : Knowledge plays a fundamental part in a Muslim’s life and we are commanded to search and sacrifice in pursuit of it. In the day and age of the superhighway of technology where information is more available than ever before has led many to proclaim themselves as learned. Can one equate this mass of raw information to knowledge of Deen?. This discourse aims to remind us of the classical approach to seeking knowledge.
Description : In order to obtain those things in life that one deems as precious one is required to sacrifice time, wealth and family. Unfortunate these tend to be worldly goods that seize to be of any use or value upon death. In the shariah by contrast Ilm holds eternal blessings and is a guiding light that leads one to his Creator. Gather an insight into the journeys and sacrifices undertaken by the Salaf as Saliheen (Pious Predecessors).
Description : Allah (swt) says 'Fear Allah and Allah shall teach you, and Allah is all knowing of all things (Al-Baqarah). Taqwa the fear of Allah, abstention from sins, refraining from the disobedience of Allah, these few things constitutes just one of the many etiquette’s that must be observed in order to acquire knowledge. Knowledge is a gift form Allah (swt), and Allah bestows is upon whom He wills, this lecture outlines the importance and pre-requisites to be observed for every humble sincere seeker of ilm.