Bab-ul-Ilm

Seek Knowledge Even in China

Chapter 1 — Knowledge and Learning

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Said by: The Holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW)

Arabic:

اطْلُبُوا الْعِلْمَ وَلَوْ بِالصِّينِ

English translation:

Seek knowledge, even if it is in China.

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💡 Explanation: In the Prophet's (SAW) time, China was the farthest place people could imagine. The point is simple: no distance, no difficulty and no excuse should stop you from learning. If knowledge is far away, go and get it.

💡 Remember:

In the Prophet's (SAW) time, China was the farthest place people could imagine.