Islamic Library
The Library contains books and videos for adults and children.
The Library is open on:
- Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, half an hour before isha
- Fridays after Jumua prayer
- Sundays 12-2 pm
The Importance of Reading in Islam
"Read!" the voice resonated in the cave of Mount Hira' for the third time. The man
called Muhammad froze, mostly in fear and confusion in the arms of Arch Angel Gabriel.
When he found his voice, he told the angel he did not know how to read.
Read, in the name of thy Lord who created, man from a clot. Read, for your Lord
is most Generous, who teaches by means of the pen, teaches man what they know not,
The man soon to be known as Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) received
the first revelation of the holy Qur'an - Islam's holy scripture that remains untainted
and unchanged until this very day. The underlying message of the Qur'an remains
too - "read."
The Qur'an is the most quoted book in the world, describing Islam as the complete
way of life for every Muslim to follow. It is also the most widely read, recited
and memorised book in the world
Reading comes naturally to humans when the time comes to broach education. Children
as young as three are learning to read in some countries. Benefits orf reading come
like no other. Educators agree that reading to young babies every day ignites curiosity
in reading material and teaches children to respect and cherish books. Reading is
also a catalyst for growth and development. Young, avid readers are more likely
to grow into confident adults.