Dimension #176 Contemporary Daily Life & Well-Being
طَلَبُ الْعِلْمِ فَرِيضَةٌ
Lifelong Pursuit of Knowledge (Talab al-'Ilm Faridah)
Linguistic Root: ع-ل-م (Knowledge, lifelong learning, research, insight)
Core Conceptual Overview
Seeking useful knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim, lasting from the cradle to the grave.
اقْرَأْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ الَّذِي خَلَقَ
“Recite in the name of your Lord who created -”
Deep Dive & Significance
The first word of the Qur'an revealed was 'Iqra' (Read!). The Prophet declared that whoever travels a path seeking knowledge, God makes easy for them a path to Paradise. This includes religious understanding as well as medicine, engineering, languages, and sciences that benefit society.
Linguistic & Thematic Gem
“Seeking knowledge is a lifelong journey that enriches the mind and helps you serve humanity better.”
Daily Practical Application
Read, listen to a lecture, or learn a new useful skill for 15 minutes every single day.