Manners of the Scholars (Akhlāq al-‘Ulema)

Manners of the Scholars (Akhlāq al-‘Ulema)

ISBN: 9798873142651

Author: Abū Bakr al-Ājurrī

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 107

Size: 5.5 x 0.27 x 8.5 inches

Publication Year: 2024

Language: English

Publisher: Islamic Publications

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About This Book

"Akhlāq al-‘Ulema", on the other hand, focuses on the ‘ethics of the scholars’ providing deep intellectual revelations into the characteristics and demeanor of the intellectuals who are genuinely enlightened by knowledge. This essay has been assigned an unknown origin, and it’s more of a breakthrough for the students and scholars – whom it has given the path to intellectual integrity without corruption.

The Pursuit of Knowledge:

The section of knowledge in the first part, the pursuit of knowledge, is scrutinized. This nobleness is only attained through the means of seeking knowledge. It puts a focus on the case that authenticity (Ikhlas) is the base for a person to find the right source of knowledge and he/she should learn based on a pure heart and for the benefit of themselves. The passage emphasizes the importance of humility with regard to knowledge. There, the author instructs the scholars to embrace is learning is like accepting their shortcomings.

Adab (Etiquette) with Teachers:

Al-Mutawakkil declares in the subtitle "Adab (Etiquette) with Teachers" the mean of the master-follower connection from the sacred viewpoint. It provides a gentle reminder to students about the correct way of showing respect to a teacher, secreting the excellent etiquettes like being sincere, attentive and grateful. With reference to the prophet Prophet Muhammad's(PBUH ) words and the way early muslim scholars behaved,we will give some advice on how students can be characterized by respect for their teachers while they also get a lot from their wisdom.