Introduction to Knowledge and Its Importance
Knowledge is the foundation of human progress and the key to unlocking the mysteries of existence. It empowers individuals, transforms societies, and plugs the gap between ignorance and enlightenment. In Islam, knowledge (*’ilm*) has a sacred status, as the Quran and Hadith describe its pursuit as a religious duty and a means of drawing near to Allah. The first revelation, *”Read in the name of your Lord who created”* (Quran 96:1), emphasizes the divine command to seek wisdom. Moreover, a lot of matter is written on its importance by various scholars and noble personalities. In this article 10 Powerful Quotes of Knowledge by Sahabas are discussed to enlighten its importances.
فرمانِ حضرت ابو بکر رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“The more knowledge one attains, the greater becomes his fear of Allah.”
فرمانِ حضرت عمر بن خطاب رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Umar ibn al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“Acquire knowledge and teach it to others. Learn dignity and tranquility, and live in harmony with people.”
فرمانِ حضرت عثمان بن عفان رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Usman bin Affan (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“The best among you is the one who learns the Quran and teaches it to others.”
فرمانِ حضرت علی بن طالب رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Ali ibn Abi Talib (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“Knowledge gives life to the soul. The mind is illuminated by knowledge.”
فرمانِ حضرت عبداللہ بن عباس رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Abdullah ibn Abbas (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“The virtue of knowledge is superior to the virtue of worship.”
فرمانِ حضرت عبداللہ بن مسعود رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Abdullah ibn Mas’ud (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“People will never be rightly guided until they acquire knowledge from its proper sources.”
فرمانِ حضرت انس بن مالک رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Anas bin Malik (may Allah be pleased with him) said: “To reflect upon knowledge for a single moment is better than seventy years of worship without knowledge.”
فرمانِ حضرت ابوہریرہ رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“Strive for knowledge, for seeking knowledge is itself a form of worship.”
فرمانِ حضرت معاذ بن جبل رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Mu’adh bin Jabal (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“Seek knowledge, for learning for Allah’s sake is an act of reverence. Acquiring knowledge is worship.”
فرمانِ حضرت ابودرداء رضی اللہ عنہ
Hazrat Abu Darda (may Allah be pleased with him) said:
“The scholar and the seeker of knowledge are both partners in goodness.”
