Comparing the Seeking of Knowledge with Prayer in the Mosque
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The questioner:
I say: Which is better, seeking knowledge with the scholars or praying in the mosque?
The Shaykh:
Hmm?
The questioner:
Is seeking knowledge with the scholars excused, or is it prayer in the mosque?
The Shaykh:
Praying in the mosque is obligatory. If you hear the adhan, you must attend and pray with the congregation. This does not prevent you from seeking knowledge. Seeking knowledge has its time, and prayer has its time. Yes.
I say: Which is better, seeking knowledge with the scholars or praying in the mosque?
The Shaykh:
Hmm?
The questioner:
Is seeking knowledge with the scholars excused, or is it prayer in the mosque?
The Shaykh:
Praying in the mosque is obligatory. If you hear the adhan, you must attend and pray with the congregation. This does not prevent you from seeking knowledge. Seeking knowledge has its time, and prayer has its time. Yes.
Source
دروس الحرم، درس التفسير من الحرم 10-07-1434هـ — alfawzan.live (52:36)
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