Intend to be a Lifelong Learner

“There’s no enemy worse than ignorance.” In this immensely beneficial and comprehensive khutba, Sh. Hasan Petrus explains the place of true knowledge in Islam and why its virtues and merits are accessible to everyone of us. Among other things, Sh. Hasan mentions the two types of ignorance, the importance of asking meaningful questions, and the three branches of knowledge. He mentions two stories of Ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, that illustrate dedication to pursuing sacred knowledge and its virtue. This khutba is especially relevant for these paradoxical times that are known as the “Age of Information” but are, in reality, bereft of true knowledge.