I am a beginner in seeking knowledge, but do sins and disobedience stand between me and seeking knowledge?

Question:
He says: Honorable Shaykh, may Allah grant you success. He says: I am a beginner in seeking knowledge, but sins and disobedience stand between me and seeking knowledge, even if...

Answer:
No, sins and disobedience do not stand between you and seeking knowledge. What stands between you and seeking knowledge is laziness. Leave laziness, rely on Allah, and repent from sins and disobedience. Yes.