Acting Without Knowledge Does More Harm Than Good

Chapter 1 — Knowledge and Learning

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Said by: The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Arabic:

مَنْ عَمِلَ عَلَى غَيْرِ عِلْمٍ كَانَ مَا يُفْسِدُ أَكْثَرَ مِمَّا يُصْلِحُ

English translation:

Whoever acts without knowledge does more harm than good.

Reference: Al-Kafi, Kitab Fadhl al-'Ilm — [reference — to be verified]

💡 Explanation: Good intentions are not enough on their own. If we act in religion — or in any important matter — without first learning what is right, we can harm ourselves and others even while meaning well. Learn first, then act; that is the safe order.

💡 Remember:

Good intentions are not enough on their own.

Chapter Quiz — Chapter 1 — Knowledge and Learning

Total Marks: 3

Q1. According to the first Hadith in this chapter, seeking knowledge is:(1 mark)

Q2. "Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave" teaches us that learning:(1 mark)

Q3. The scholars are the heirs of the Prophets because the Prophets left behind knowledge.(1 mark)