Islamic Education

care of this garden. When I met him, he told me that when I first arrived, I was afraid that the madrassa people might damage the garden’s yield, but that thought proved wrong. The madrassa people were such that if a branch broke and fell on the ground, they would not even pick it up. They would leave it untouched. This example can be found in many places, where religious madrassas are playing a role in maintaining peace, which can serve as an exemplary model for the world. The Distinctive Features of Religious Scho ols The most important distinctive feature of religious schools is that their foundation is based on “true knowledge,” i.e., the teachings of Islam, which is the only preserved religious tradition. This is a significant point because, unlike other educational systems where the basis of learning is secular knowledge rather than divine truth, religious schools provide a unique platform. As a result, those who receive education and training in religious seminaries are equipped to base their beliefs and actions on a foundation of trust. They live with the conviction that what they have acquired is absolute truth, free from any trace of falsehood. In most religious seminaries, the Quran is taught as part of the curriculum. Furthermore, the Quran holds the highest status in all seminaries. Both students and teachers recite it daily. In discussions and speeches, Quranic verses are frequently referenced. The books and journals that