Literature – some of our pilgrims have embarked on this path for their pilgrimage. And they are sure the path of literature is not futile. They say they are sure; but how sure are they? How sure are they that this path is not futile? How sure are they that literature is still relevant in this contemporary era? How sure are they that this field of study is not obsolete in our post-modernistic world? In an era where technological development is deemed as the sole key to human progression, why bother taking the path of literature?
“How is literature actually beneficial?” our pilgrims stood still in silence as Dr. Rozina’s words echo through their figurative Pilgrim Road. And because of this question – they look for answers:
1) Literary development displays the human development of a civilization at a particular time. It records the intellectual progress of a civilization as well as the moral development of one.
2) On a micro level, literature teaches one to be analytical and critical – a trait which is significant to be better Muslims, better beings; better servants of the Almighty.
3) In an Islamic sense, literature helps Muslims to be more reflective in performing their rites and rituals. Because literature is about invoking emotional and intellectual responses, it is highly relevant in religiosity.
4) Because literature is a highly theoretical field, it provides openness to how it should be applied.
5) Ultimately, literature should invoke spirituality – and hence, it can enjoin intellect and spirituality.
While there are more answers to how is literature beneficial, our pilgrims can already let out a sigh of relief as they reassure themselves that the path of literature is not futile.
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