The Holy Prophet said, “God gives knowledge of religion and
guidance of truth to one whose good He intends. He said: The learned are the
heirs of the prophets.”
From these, it is understood that there is no rank above the
rank of prophethood and there is no honour higher than its inheritance.
He said, “Whatever is in heavens and the earth seeks
forgiveness for the learned.”
So the angels of the heaven and earth remain busy in seeking
forgiveness for the learned and they remain busy with themselves. What can be
greater than this rank?
The Prophet said, “Wisdom increases the honour of the noble
and exalts a servant as high as to raise him to the level of kings.”
From this tradition, it is understood that even in this
world the fruitsof learning can be enjoyed. This is also true that the
Hereafter is better and more lasting than this world.
(Al Ghazali. Ihya ‘Ulumuddin: Chapter 1. Acquisition of
Knowledge. Section1. Excellence of Learning)
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