English book · THE RELIGION OF HUMANITY: Islam’s Ethical and Spiritual Outlook

An Example of Noble Character

English book, p. 351

By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan

WOMEN OF PARADISE Education is the foundation of life. It is through education that a person becomes truly human. It sharpens the mind, helping one to understand both oneself and others. It enables a person to grasp the realities of this world and the Hereafter. A well-educated individual enters each stage of life with awareness and confidence, ready to fulfill responsibilities wisely. A girl is like unshaped material when she is born. She possesses natural potential, but it is in raw form. Education activates and refines this potential—it is like turning iron into steel. Education transforms natural ability into meaningful achievement. Education completes a woman’s personality. The more educated she is, the more capable she becomes in fulfilling her roles in life. There are two essential aspects of education: secular education and religious education. Both are important for women, though their nature differs. Secular education equips a woman to handle the challenges of daily life. Religious education gives her a clear understanding of life’s ultimate purpose. Secular education provides awareness of the world. It teaches how to think critically, form opinions, understand human psychology, recognize social needs, and engage with both national and global realities. This knowledge is crucial for a woman to fulfill her responsibilities effectively. Religious education, on the other hand, provides meaning and direction in life. Every woman should have a

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