Quranic Verses on the Importance of Education
Education is highly emphasized in the Quran, with many verses highlighting its significance and encouraging people to seek knowledge. Qiratul Quran will guide you about how the Quran promotes education for all, regardless of gender, age, or social status. Let’s explore some of the key Quranic verses about education.
Quranic Verses on Education in Arabic
الَّذِينَ يَسْتَمِعُونَ الْقَوْلَ فَيَتَّبِعُونَ أَحْسَنَهُ ۚ أُولَٰئِكَ الَّذِينَ هَدَاهُمُ اللَّهُ ۖ وَأُولَٰئِكَ هُمْ أُولُو الْأَلْبَابِ – سورة الزمر، الآية 18
يَرْفَعِ اللَّهُ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا مِنكُمْ وَالَّذِينَ أُوتُوا الْعِلْمَ دَرَجَاتٍ ۚ وَاللَّهُ بِمَا تَعْمَلُونَ خَبِيرٌ – سورة المجادلة، الآية 11
اقْرَأْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ الَّذِي خَلَقَ – سورة العلق، الآية 1
Quranic Quotes on Education
يَرْفَعِ ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ مِنكُمْ وَٱلَّذِينَ أُوتُوا۟ ٱلْعِلْمَ دَرَجَـٰتٍۢ ۚ
“Allah will raise those who have believed among you and those who were given knowledge, by degrees.” (Quran 58:11)
ٱقْرَأْ بِٱسْمِ رَبِّكَ ٱلَّذِى خَلَقَ
“Read! In the Name of your Lord Who has created (all that exists).” (Quran 96:1)
إِنَّمَا يَخْشَى ٱللَّهَ مِنْ عِبَادِهِ ٱلْعُلَمَـٰٓؤُا۟
“It is only those who have knowledge among His slaves that fear Allah.” (Quran 35:28)
قُلْ هَلْ يَسْتَوِى ٱلَّذِينَ يَعْلَمُونَ وَٱلَّذِينَ لَا يَعْلَمُونَ
“Say: Are those equal, those who know and those who do not know?” (Quran 39:9)
Quran Verse on Female Education
In the Hadith of Prophet Muhammad S.A.W Said:
طَلَبُ الْعِلْمِ فَرِيضَةٌ عَلَى كُلِّ مُسْلِمٍ
“Seeking knowledge is obligatory for every Muslim, male and female.” (Sunan Ibn Majah 224, Grade: Sahih)
This hadith highlights that seeking knowledge applies equally to men and women in Islam. Many other verses encourage all believers to pursue education and learning.
Quranic Verses on the Importance of Education
يَرْفَعِ ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ مِنكُمْ وَٱلَّذِينَ أُوتُوا۟ ٱلْعِلْمَ دَرَجَـٰتٍۢ ۚ
“Allah will exalt in degree those of you who believe, and those who have been granted knowledge.” (Quran 58:11)
This verse highlights that people with knowledge have a special status in the eyes of Allah. It encourages believers to seek knowledge.
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوٓا۟ إِذَا قِيلَ لَكُمْ تَفَسَّحُوا۟ فِى ٱلْمَجَـٰلِسِ فَٱفْسَحُوا۟ يَفْسَحِ ٱللَّهُ لَكُمْ ۖ
“O you who have believed, when you are told, “Space yourselves” in assemblies, then make space; Allah will make space for you.” (Quran 58:11)
This verse urges people to make physical and intellectual space for learning. It shows the importance of a willingness to learn.
What Our Prophet Said About Education
“Seeking knowledge is obligatory upon every Muslim.” (Al-Tirmidhi)
“Whoever follows a path to seek knowledge, Allah will make the path to Paradise easy for him.” (Sahih Muslim)
These hadiths state that seeking knowledge is an obligation in Islam and that doing so leads to Paradise. Our Prophet continuously emphasized education.
What is the Dua for Education?
“Rabbi zidni ‘ilma.”
This dua means “My Lord, increase me in knowledge.” It is recommended to frequently recite this prayer asking Allah for increased knowledge.
Why is Quran Education Important?
Learning the Quran allows people to understand Allah’s message and follow His guidance. Through studying the Quran, Muslims build a closer relationship with Allah. They also gain tremendous spiritual and character benefits that positively impact their lives. Quran education is essential for every Muslim.
Summary of Quranic Verses on Education
In summary, the Quran contains numerous verses highlighting the importance of education for all people regardless of background. Seeking knowledge is portrayed as a path leading to Paradise and a means of getting closer to Allah. Education is indispensable for living according to the Quran and Sunnah.
