What is the ruling on a person in i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque) leaving to seek knowledge?
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Question:
This person asks: If he is in i'tikaf in the Sacred Mosque, is it permissible for him to leave to seek knowledge in the teaching circles in other mosques?
Answer:
No, it is not permissible for him. I'tikaf means staying in the mosque, and you do not leave except for what is absolutely necessary, such as performing wudu' (the ablution for prayer), relieving oneself, or bringing in food if you do not have someone to bring it for you. As for seeking knowledge, that is postponed until after the end of the i'tikaf.
This person asks: If he is in i'tikaf in the Sacred Mosque, is it permissible for him to leave to seek knowledge in the teaching circles in other mosques?
Answer:
No, it is not permissible for him. I'tikaf means staying in the mosque, and you do not leave except for what is absolutely necessary, such as performing wudu' (the ablution for prayer), relieving oneself, or bringing in food if you do not have someone to bring it for you. As for seeking knowledge, that is postponed until after the end of the i'tikaf.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم خروج المعتكف لطلب العلم؟ — youtube.com
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