اطلبوا العلم ولو في الصين.
utlubu al-'ilm wa law fi al-Ssin.
Seek knowledge even if in China.
Meaning
Emphasizes the importance of seeking knowledge regardless of distance or difficulty.
Cultural Background
Reflects the high status of the 'Talib al-'Ilm' (seeker of knowledge). Used to encourage students to study abroad. Refers to the Silk Road era. Used in school mottos.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'ط' sound, which is a deep, emphatic 't'.
Meaning
Emphasizes the importance of seeking knowledge regardless of distance or difficulty.
Pronunciation
Focus on the 'ط' sound, which is a deep, emphatic 't'.
Test Yourself
Complete the proverb.
اطلبوا العلم ولو في ____.
The proverb specifically mentions China as the distant location.
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesاطلبوا العلم ولو في ____.
The proverb specifically mentions China as the distant location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsScholars debate its authenticity, but it is widely accepted as a cultural proverb.
Related Phrases
العلم نور
similarKnowledge is light.
