Increase in Knowledge

The Quran describes prayer in these words: “My Lord, increase my knowledge.” (The Quran, 20:114) This Quranic prayer shows the importance of acquiring knowledge in Islam. According to the teachings of Islam, every man and woman should constantly strive to increase their knowledge.

Prayer is a form of determination. The reality of prayer is that man is fully engaged in achieving his goal. He should do his best to pray to God to make his efforts successful. Thus, prayer becomes a part of man’s action.

There is no limit to knowledge. A man should constantly keep striving to acquire knowledge. Since there is no limit to knowledge, there is also no limit to the struggle for knowledge.