Adab Quote by Wan Mohd Nor Wan Daud
““Refering to the domain of knowledge, adab means an intellectual discipline (ketertiban budi) which recognizes and acknowledges the hierarchy of knowledge based on the criteria of degrees of perfection (keluhuran) and priority (keutamaan) such that the ones that are based on revelation are recognized and acknowledged as more perfect and of a higher priority than those based on the intellect; those that are fard 'ayn are above fard kifayah; those that provide guidance (hidayah) to life are more superior to those that are practically useful (kegunaan amali). Adab towards knowledge would result in the proper and correct ways of learning and applying different sciences.””
About This Quote
Adab organizes knowledge by perfection and priority, giving revelation‑based sciences higher status than purely intellectual ones, guiding proper learning and application.
In simple terms: Adab ranks knowledge by perfection and priority.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize learning based on depth and source.
Themes
knowledge
hierarchy
perfection
guidance
learning
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- curriculum design
- scholarly research
- personal study habits
Key Concepts
intellectual discipline
spiritual hierarchy
educational ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria define knowledge perfection?
- How to balance revelation with reason?
A Different Perspective
Balancing revelation and intellect can be contentious.
