Knowledge Quote by Franz Rosenthal
““As far as the praise of knowledge is concerned, al-Askarî otherwise restricts himself to some of the more ordinary statements, such as the hadîth affi rming the Prophet’s permission to use attery and show envy in connection with knowledge, or Alî’s famous remark that a man’s value consists in what he knows or does well.””
About This Quote
Source Book: History of Islamic Philosophy, Franz Rosenthal, 1960
The quote highlights that Islamic scholars often limited praise of knowledge to simple, everyday examples rather than profound insights.
In simple terms: Scholars sometimes give modest examples of knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper understanding beyond trivial examples.
Themes
knowledge
humility
Islamic thought
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
didactic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic lectures
- religious education
- personal study
- teaching sessions
Key Concepts
epistemology
didacticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we encourage richer discussions of knowledge?
- What deeper insights are we missing?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the transformative power of profound knowledge.
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