Advice to Students of Knowledge to Hold Fast to the Book and the Sunnah

Question:
We conclude, may Allah reward you, with this question at the end of this meeting: Is there any advice for students of knowledge in particular, and for Muslims in general, regarding holding fast to the Book and the Sunnah, seeking religious knowledge, and staying away from trials?

Answer:
There is no doubt that this is a general advice for students of knowledge to continue seeking knowledge, not to be lazy, and to act upon their knowledge, because knowledge is not sought for its own sake only, but rather for action; it is a means to righteous action. We advise them to fear Allah, to continue seeking knowledge and doing good deeds with what Allah has taught them, and we advise them to call people to Allah and teach people what is good. We ask Allah to grant everyone assistance and success, and may Allah send prayers and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad.