Quranic schools are an important feature of education in Africa, spreading the light of the Quran and implanting faith and moral values in the younger generation. These schools have a particular place in the hearts of the local communities and stand at the forefront of educating a generation truly committed to the teachings of Islam.
What Are Quranic Schools?
The Quranic schools in Africa are traditional learning centers where students commit the Holy Quran to memory and study Islam. Passed down through generations, they serve as important institutions for promoting religious education and Islamic values.
The spiritual atmosphere of Quranic schools attracts students to learn Quranic recitation and memorization from a “Sheikh.” Quranic schools differ from modern schools in that they do not teach anything except Quranic education. Students often use wooden tablets and traditional ink for writing, creating a unique and lasting connection to the sacred text.
The Eternal Reward of Building Quranic Schools
Building Quranic schools in Africa has enormous spiritual rewards. These types of projects are considered to be ongoing charity-sadaqah jariyah-to the donors even beyond their death.
The Prophet Muhammad is reported to have said: “When a person dies, his deeds come to an end except for three: a continuous charity, beneficial knowledge, or a righteous child who prays for him.”
Contributing to Quranic schools means sharing in every reward gained through learning, memorizing, and teaching the Quran. This is a chance to connect others with the words of Allah, ensuring guidance and righteousness for generations to come.
Challenges Facing Quranic Schools
Solar-powered lighting units are a perfect solution that will be clean, safe, and efficient. Each solar unit costs $125 and helps create a healthier and better environment for Quranic education.
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Equipping Quranic Schools in Africa
The Quranic schools function very modestly and work efficiently. Students sit around a teacher, or Sheikh, who teaches them to memorize the Quran. Without many resources, such as fire to light and wood tablets to write on, these schools remain places of learning and spirituality where students develop Islamic values and a close attachment to the Quran.
Role of Afrika hayat association
Afrika Hayat believes that Quranic education is basic for raising righteous generations that contribute to the prosperity of their communities. The association has carried out solar lighting projects in many Quranic schools across Africa, which helps children memorize the Quran in a safe and sound environment.
All these need continuous community support to grow. Together, we can keep supporting these changed initiatives and create generation after generation of Hafiz who spread the message of Islam far and wide.
