1. cohesion of Muslim in education field and unity concept. PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

2. There area lot of knowledge and skills out there that should be learn and get benefit from since the rank of the intellects is higher than those who are not. It is clearly highlighted in this verse: {يَرفَعِ ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ مِنكُم وَٱلَّذِينَ أُوتُواْ ٱلعِلمَدَرَجَـٰتٍ} Means: "Allah will exalt those who believe among you, and those who have knowledge to high ranks." (58:11) PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

3. The Pleasures Of Seeking Knowledge The risen of Muslims to the zenith of civilization in a period of four decades was based on learning. PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

4. The Qur'an and traditions of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that are related to learning, education, observation, and the use of reason can be seen clearly inthese verses. Means: "And they shall say had we but listened or used reason, we would not be among the inmates of the burning fire." (67:10) Means: "Recite: In the name of thy Lord who created man from a clot. Recite: And thy Lord is the Most Generous Who taught by the pen, taught man that which he knew not." (96:1-5) Means: "Are those who have knowledge and those who have no knowledge alike? Only the men of understanding are mindful. " (39:9) PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

5. The pursuit of knowledge and the use of reason, based on sense and observation were made obligatory on all Muslims. PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

6. The Qur'an encourages people towards scientific research {وَالَّذِي جَاء بِالصِّدْقِ وَصَدَّقَ بِهِ أُوْلَئِكَ هُمُ الْمُتَّقُونَ} Means: "And whose brings the truth and believes therein such are the dutiful." (39:33) Scientific research PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

7. {...وَقُل رَّبِّ زِدْنِي عِلْمًا...} Learning is a natural pleasure. This pleasure is inborn and instinctive. The pleasure of learning is one of the essential pleasures of the human race. Without learning, survival itself is threatened. Means: "My Lord! Enrich me with knowledge…”(20:114) PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

8. The process of learning starts right after birth. The mental faculties grow from birth until death capable to acquire knowledge Process of learning Reading of books Keeping the mind opened and active to receive all kinds of experience. Traveling PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

9. Advantages of Learning It lead to happiness One can live a long, healthy and rewarding life by attaining and preserving the happiness of learning. Learning is everyone's birthright. PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

10. Remember, what you have learned cannot be taken away by others PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

11. The Concept of Unity in Islam Islam is a religion that bears other religions and orders its followers to respect and protect all humans irrespective of color, religion and ethnicity. Unity Islam advocates equal rights for all humans in the world and gives clear enjoinments for the respect, safety, security and prosperity of the non-Muslims as well. PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

12. Islam is to serve humanity. Muslims should unite in one line against their enemies. Basic concept unity in Islam is based on Unity of God (تَوْحِيْدٌ). PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

13. The three levels of unity by further Quran Recitation are: 1. Unity of Humanity 2. Unity of The People of Book 3. Unity of Muslims Islam stress upon Unity PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

14. يَا أَيُّهَا النَّاسُ إِنَّا خَلَقْنَاكُم مِّن ذَكَرٍ وَأُنثَى وَجَعَلْنَاكُمْ شُعُوبًا وَقَبَائِلَ لِتَعَارَفُوا إِنَّ أَكْرَمَكُمْ عِندَ اللَّهِ أَتْقَاكُمْ Unity of Humanity Means: “O, Mankind! We have created you from a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes that you may know one another. Verily, the most honorable of you with Allah is the one who has piety.” (49:13). PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

15. قُلْ يَا أَهْلَ الْكِتَابِ تَعَالَوْاْ إِلَى كَلَمَةٍ سَوَاء بَيْنَنَا وَبَيْنَكُمْ أَلاَّ نَعْبُدَ إِلاَّ اللّهَ Unity of People of Book Means: “ O, people of the Book! Come to a word that is just between us and you, that we worship none but Allah…” (3:64) PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

16. {وَاعْتَصِمُواْ بِحَبْلِ اللّهِ جَمِيعًا وَلاَ تَفَرَّقُواْ...} Unity of Muslim Means: “And hold fast, all of you together to the rope of Allah, and be not divided among yourselves...” (3:103) PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA

17. End of Khutbah PUSAT ISLAM UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA ISLAMIC CENTRE UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA