The Importance of Education in Islam
"It is only those who have knowledge among His servants that fear Allah" (Quran 35:28). This verse establishes the profound connection between knowledge and spiritual consciousness in Islam. For Muslim students, education is not merely a means to worldly success, but a sacred responsibility and form of worship.
The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasized that seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim. This encompasses both religious knowledge and worldly sciences that benefit humanity. When we approach our studies with the right intention - to serve Allah and help others - our academic pursuits become acts of worship.