The knowledge contained in the Quran is actually much broader and more complex, as it relates to education and knowledge. The educational resources a person receives should be as beneficial as possible for themselves and those around them.

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Education and Knowledge in the Teachings of the Koran

Basically, the Qur'an contains verses which are a source of motivation for the development of knowledge. In fact, the first letter that Allah revealed was related to scientific issues.

This is the essential meaning of education and knowledge in the teachings of the Quran . Because with knowledge, humans can achieve superiority on earth.

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1. The Importance of Education and Knowledge

Generally, an educated person will always maintain good behavior and actions. In Islam, the primary source of teaching and guidance for its followers is the Quran. 

This is as written in the word of Allah SWT below which explains education and knowledge in the teachings of the Koran.

وَنَزَّلْنَا عَلَيْكَ الْكِتٰبَ تِبْيَانًا لِّكُلِّ شَيْءٍ وَّهُدًى وَّرَحْمَةً وَّبُشْرٰى لِلْمُسْلِمِيْنَ

Meaning: "And We have sent down to you the Book (Quran) to explain everything and guidance and mercy and good news for those who surrender." (QS. An-Nahl: 89)

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This indirectly explains that the basis of all knowledge is the Quran. Because its essential values ​​will always be eternal and relevant at all times, without change. 

Therefore, it is crucial to understand education and knowledge within the teachings of the Quran . This will allow knowledge to continue to develop.

Normatively, the Quran also reveals five aspects of education within the dimensions of human life. Education can safeguard the soul, religion, intellect, lineage, and property.

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2. Koranic verses about Education and Knowledge

In fact, there are many verses in the Koran about education and knowledge that all Muslims can learn from. Below are several verses on education and knowledge in the teachings of the Koran , including:

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1. Surah Al-Maidah verse 67: Teaching Knowledge

يٰٓاَيُّهَا الرَّسُوْلُ بَلِّغْ مَآ اُنْزِلَ اِلَيْكَ مِنْ God bless you ۗوَاللّٰهُ يَعْصِمُكَ مِنَ النَّاسِۗ اِنَّ اللّٰهَ لَا يَهْدِى الْقَوْمَ الْكٰفِرِيْنَ

Meaning: "O Messenger! Convey what your Lord has revealed to you. If you do not do (what was commanded) it means you are not conveying His message. Allah protects you from (disturbing) humans. Indeed, Allah does not guide the disbelievers."

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The verse above tells us that Allah SWT commanded the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) not to delay the mandate you have been entrusted with, even for a moment. 

This means that if someone has acquired knowledge or skills, they should share and teach the education and knowledge contained in the Quranic teachings with others who need it. Share it, even if it's just one verse.

Thus, with the principle of trust, the knowledge and education acquired will not only benefit oneself but also those around them.

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2. Surah An-Nahl verse 125: How to Get Teaching

God willing, God willing, God willing, God willing, God willing, God willing. God willing بِالَّتِيْ هِيَ اَحْسَنُۗ اِنَّ رَبَّكَ هُوَ اَعْلَمُ بِمَنْ ضَلَّ عَنْ سَبِيْلِهٖ وَهُوَ اَعْلَمُ بِالْمُهْتَدِيْنَ

Meaning: "Call (people) to the path of your Lord with wisdom and good teaching, and argue with them in a good way. 

Indeed, your Lord, He knows better who goes astray from His path and He knows better who to guide."

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In Surah An-Nahl, verse 125, it is explained that Allah SWT commanded the people of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) to follow the right path in a better way. This aligns with Islam's demands for education and knowledge, as outlined in the teachings of the Quran.

Anyone who wants to gain knowledge will receive education properly, wisely, and with much better teaching.

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3. Surah An-Nahl verse 126: Be patient

وَاِنْ عَاقَبْتُمْ فَعَاقِبُوْا بِمِثْلِ مَا عُوْقِبْتُمْ بِهٖۗ وَلَىِٕنْ صَبَرْتُمْ لَهُوَ خَيْرٌ لِّلصّپ

Meaning: "And if you reply, then reply with (reply) equal to the torment inflicted on you. But if you are patient, indeed that is much better for the most patient person."

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verse of the Koran also places demands on the Prophet Muhammad SAW regarding procedures for preaching and retaliating for the actions of people who hurt him. This event is one of education and knowledge in the teachings of the Koran for humans.

Especially, when facing the exact same situation, for example, feeling hurt by someone else's attitude or words. If someone experiences this, the best attitude you can take is to be patient. So don't respond with actions that are much more hurtful.

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4. Surah Al-'Alaq verses 1-5: Knowledge

اقْرَأْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ الَّذِي خَلَقَ . خَلَقَ الْإِنْسَانَ مِنْ عَلَقٍ . اقْرَأْ وَرَبُّكَ الْأَكْرَمُ . God willing. عَلَّمَ الْإِنْسَانَ مَا لَمْ يَْ

Meaning: "Read in the name of your Lord Who created. He created man from a clot of blood. 

Read, and your Lord is the Most Gracious, teaching (humans) through the qalam. He taught man what he did not know."

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This verse also explains the creation of humans and the importance of knowledge. Furthermore, Allah SWT has commanded all His followers to never stop learning.

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Furthermore, this verse will also convey the message that God has elevated the dignity and worth of humanity. This is, of course, through the process of iqra'. 

Furthermore, it also serves as a learning process for humans to discover the secrets of the universe, which can be developed to benefit human well-being.

Armed with education and knowledge in the teachings of the Quran , humans can prove the power and greatness of Allah SWT.

And God knows best

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Reference sources:

https://repository.iiq.ac.id/handle/123456789/2992

https://kumparan.com/berita-hari-ini/4-ayat-alquran-tentang-pendidikan-untuk-memotivasi-umat-islam-1xrTlSQ9CTS

https://news.detik.com/berita/d-4899811/keutamaan-ilmu-dalam-islam-dan-dalilnya-dalam-al-quran

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