Voyages surge Knowledge

A large part of Islamic knowledgebase is a product of beloved scholars’ journeys and travels, argues Mujeeb Jaihoon

I stand before you today, grateful for this long-awaited opportunity to address such esteemed individuals. I am honored that this destined moment has finally arrived.

I have always held great admiration for the dedication of your mentor, Ustad Abdul Hakim. His unwavering commitment has nurtured numerous intellectual talents, blooming like roses in a garden. It is scholars like him that our society needs today, to rekindle our past glory.

By the grace of the Almighty, I have been fortunate enough to visit historic lands that hold immense significance to our Islamic heritage. One such recent visit was to East Turkistan, a region within China’s Xinjiang district.

Travel is a passionate endeavor that allows us to explore fascinating cultures and meet diverse people. Many of our beloved scholars embarked on journeys that contributed to our rich Islamic knowledge base. You may be aware of the struggles and sacrifices they endured, braving sea voyages and traversing deserts in caravans. One such remarkable traveler was Imam Al Ghazali, a saintly scholar whose intellectual and mystical contribution spanned centuries and continents. His relentless pursuit of truth led him to become not just the silver-tongued Professor of Baghdad, but also a tireless traveler to Mecca and Syria. It was through his travels that he gifted us his twin masterpieces, Ihya Uloomuddin and Kimiya Saada.

The anticipation of travel enriches the complete experience of reaching a destination. The farther the place, the higher our ambitions soar to set foot there.

Thank you for your attention. May we continue to embrace the pursuit of knowledge and exploration with fervor and dedication.