Ilm o Marfat Main Adab ka Maqam o Martaba

In this lecture, Professor Dr. Hassan Mohiuddin Qadri explains the rank and significance of Adab (proper conduct and respect) in knowledge and spiritual realization (Ma‘rifah). He emphasizes that in Islam, knowledge is not merely the accumulation of information, but a divine light that enters the heart only through humility, respect, and ethical conduct. Without Adab, knowledge can lead to arrogance rather than guidance. Drawing upon the Qur’an, Sunnah, and the teachings of great scholars and saints, Dr. Hassan Qadri explains that true benefit from knowledge is achieved when a seeker observes proper etiquette toward Allah, the Messenger ﷺ, teachers, and the process of learning itself. He highlights that Adab transforms knowledge into wisdom and Ma‘rifah, ultimately leading a person toward spiritual closeness to Allah. The lecture also reflects on Islamic history, showing that the success of great scholars and Awliya was rooted in their humility, sincerity, and reverence for knowledge. This video is highly beneficial for students, educators, scholars, and anyone seeking to combine knowledge with character, spirituality, and ethical excellence.