All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation—and may He extol the Messenger in the highest company of Angels, and grant him peace and security—likewise to his family, Companions, and true followers.
[Summer Conference July 2024] Obstacles in the Path of Seeking Knowledge – By Abu Idrees Muhammad Khān حفظه الله. Masjid Salafi, Small Heath, Birmingham, UK.
Some points discussed during lesson one:
– Heartfelt advice from our father Shaykh Rabī’ b. Hādī al-Madkhalī (حفظه الله).
– Obstacles that stand in the way of the youth seeking knowledge:
– 1. The absence of people of knowledge in the societies in which they live.
– 2. Not having the means to travel to seek knowledge.
– 3. The widespread propagation of shameful, corruptive distractions via mass media.
– 4. Arrogance.
– 5. Yearning for leadership.
– 6. Abundant trials and tribulations.
– 7. Innovation.
– The extent to which corruption and ignorance have overpowered the people.
– A call to reflect upon ourselves and make our time in this world something that will benefit us in the grave.
Some points discussed during lesson two:
– Obstacles that stand in the way of the youth seeking knowledge [cont’d]:
– 8. Not acting upon one’s knowledge.
– 9. Taking knowledge from the aṣāghir (those young in age and experience).
– Words of advice:
– 1. Fear Allāh.
– 2. Be continuous in seeking knowledge.
– 3. Spread this da’wah to the best of your ability.
– 4. Be distant from differing and affairs that cause disunity.
– 5. Value and safeguard your time.
– 6. Be forgiving and focus on the quality of being forgiving.
– 7. Make Hijrah if you have the ability.
– 8. Carry out actions that are pleasing to your Lord.
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