Should a female student continue her remote studies at the Sharia Institute, despite feeling that some of the information taught is incorrect (such as the permissibility of celebrating the Prophet's Birthday), experiencing difficulty in time management, and feeling deficient, or should she discontinue teaching children and dedicate herself to seeking knowledge for herself? And if she leaves the institute, what books do you recommend for seeking Sharia knowledge in various fields, and is it possible to set up a comprehensive program for her to follow?
The questioner indicated that celebrating the Prophet's birthday (Mawlid) is an innovation (bid'ah), and that this has been previously explained in prior fatwas. It was clarified that there is no harm in studying at the institutes mentioned, if it is possible to refer to trustworthy scholars to identify any Sharia-related violations in their curricula, because structured study is more conducive to acquiring knowledge in a methodical, gradual, and organized manner.
As for the books beneficial in Islamic sciences and the methodology to follow in seeking knowledge and its etiquette, all of this has been previously explained in detail in previous fatwas.
The questioner should strive and do her utmost to combine seeking knowledge, teaching children, and participating in household chores. This requires time management, abandoning superfluous matters, and engaging in noble pursuits. If multiple benefits conflict, the most important should be prioritized, and this varies according to capabilities, talents, environmental circumstances, and their demands. If it is difficult to continue studying at the institute, one can benefit from tapes and books by scholars. If it is difficult to continuously teach throughout the year, it is not advisable to abandon it completely, as long as it is possible during some seasons and days.
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