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What is the ruling on the method of seeking knowledge for young people by memorizing the Three Fundamental Principles, dictating to each other, and transmitting explanations from those with a better understanding?

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What was mentioned in the question about memorizing the text and reviewing it with brothers is an excellent method for acquiring knowledge, and it should be continued. Likewise, one should read the books written by scholars on the etiquette of seeking knowledge, such as: Hilyat Talib al-Ilm by Sheikh Bakr Abu Zayd, Adab al-Talab by al-Shawkani, al-Faqih wal-Mutafaqqih by al-Khatib al-Baghdadi, and Tadhkirat al-Sami’ wal-Mutakallim by Ibn Jama'ah.

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