"Read" was the first word to be revealed from the Glorious Qur'an. The verses above demonstrate the importance that Islam dedicates to science and knowledge.
It is also very obvious that the decline of the Ummah is a direct result of our failure to fulfill our Islamic duty to pursue science, knowledge and progress. All the calamities that our Ummah suffers from illegal invasions, occupation, poverty, terrorism, civil war could have been prevented if we, as Muslims, did everything we possibly could to improve our output as an Ummah in scientific research, entrepreneurship, industry and intellect.
Not only is it our duty to pursue science and knowledge as Muslims, it is also our duty to excel in everything we do as the Islamic core value of Ihsan (excellence) dictates.
Action Points:
1. Read at least one book each month.
2. Pursue high academic qualifications that could benefit you, your family, the Ummah and the whole world. Be a role model for others. Achieve and inspire.
3. Teach children in your mosque or community centre – if you have the right credentials. Help them improve their educational standards.
4. Always implant the seeds of ambition, persistence, hard work, excellence and success as core values of Islam in your children.
5. Don't ever insult or hit your children. This is very harmful to their self esteem and self confidence. Always make them feel appreciated and loved.
6. Have an open mind; a questioning and curious spirit. Don't limit your thoughts by being dogmatic or intolerant of others' ideas.
7. Have useful and educational toys and books in the house. Read for yourself and read for your children.
8. Discuss various topics with your child, explore his/her perceptions, and respectfully correct any misconceptions.
The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him) didn't live in isolation. He interacted with all kinds of people – pagans, Christians, Jews etc. We should raise our children to follow the example of tolerance and good manners of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allāh be upon him).
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