SPIRIT OF ISLAM MAY 2O18

22 Spirit of Islam Issue 65 May 2018 scholars. It is like a global discussion. A library is like a global conference room. Learning thus is a lifelong process. It has a beginning, but no end. In addition to books from which we can learn from, in the comfort of our home or library or an educational institute; the Quran talks about travel as a great source of learning. This does not mean that one has to travel especially for this purpose. It simply means that one should keep the mind open for learning during one’s travel for any purpose. Travelling is a part of life. Whether our journey is for business or for any other purpose one should develop a keenness to see things in the light of experience and draw lessons from observation. When one travels, one goes through different experiences—some pleasant, some unpleasant. One gets to witness the culture of different places, different natural scenes, historical monuments, etc. From all of these one can derive great lessons and understanding of our life on earth. Travel is a great source of universal wisdom. It is a realistic means of broadening our horizons, for after every journey one will have learnt additional lessons and will return with increased knowledge. The mind will have expanded as never before. The Prophet of Islam said that, wisdom is the lost treasure of a believer and that one should acquire it from wherever possible. This shows the true spirit of learning. Every individual should become imbued with this spirit. o Travel is a great source of universal wisdom. It is a realistic means of broadening our horizons, for after every journey one will have learnt additional lessons and will return with increased knowledge. Difference of Opinion is a Mercy Intellectual critique engenders analysis, further study and open exchange on the issues. This brings to the fore new dimensions of issues and promotes creative thinking and, thus, leading to the intellectual development of the participants.