Is going out to bring books of knowledge considered among what is permissible during i'tikaf (spiritual retreat in the mosque)?
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Question : Shaykh, may Allah reward you, is going out to bring books of knowledge considered...?
Answer : No, it is not a pressing need (hajah) unless a matter becomes difficult for him, meaning the need arises to know it, in which case, yes.
Answer : No, it is not a pressing need (hajah) unless a matter becomes difficult for him, meaning the need arises to know it, in which case, yes.
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قناة «فضيلة الشيخ محمد بن صالح العثيمين»، 2339 - هل الخروج للإتيان بكتب العلم يعد مما يباح حال الاعكتاف؟ - ابن عثيمين — youtube.com
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