Listen. Learn. Lead

Reading and learning are not enough, and to achieve success, we must use our knowledge to create and innovate— argues Mujeeb Jaihoon

‘Read in the name of your Lord who created.’

Reading is the process of acquiring information through various means such as observation, thinking, or listening. In this speech, I would like to emphasize the importance of the latter two methods.

As young people, you should be willing to listen, not just to celebrities and influencers, but also to those who can guide you towards the Creator.

Moreover, reading involves thinking, just as the Holy Prophet did when he received revelations from Allah. I understand that thinking can be challenging at your age, but I assure you that once you set aside your arrogance and pride, it can lead you to a more fulfilling path than you may think.

The Quranic verse that I wish to highlight today ends with the word “Khalq“, meaning creation. Allah could have used any other attribute to describe Himself, but He chose this one for a reason.

I believe that our lives should not be limited to reading and learning alone. We must also create and use our newfound knowledge in creative ways. This should be our mission in life—to journey from reading to God to creativity.

In conclusion, I leave you with this message: reading is incomplete without creation. Let us strive to use our learning to make a positive impact on the world.

July 2010, Edappal – Kerala