Is what the father says true: that studying Islamic sciences is useless and will not earn people's respect? And is studying the Arabic language necessary, and why?
Firstly, it is advisable to choose a field of study based on the student's desire to avoid psychological distress and ensure success and creativity. Therefore, a girl's study of Islamic sciences remotely at the Open Islamic University is a successful choice, as it helps avoid violations of the Sharia, preserves modesty and chastity, and fulfills the obligation of learning religious knowledge. Furthermore, it offers the social standing gained by a student of religious knowledge and provides suitable job opportunities.
Secondly, the Arabic language is an integral part of the religion, and knowing it is an obligatory duty for understanding the Quran and Sunnah. It is a key to issuing fatwas and delving deeply into jurisprudence. Her father's judgment that Arabs are bad and corrupt is an injustice, and the condition of the people of the language has no bearing on its status and importance in religion.
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