Role of a madrasah

Q: Is it compulsory to run a madrasah (Islamic Institute)? What is the role of a madrasa?

A: To acquire correct Islamic knowledge pertaining to beliefs, aa'maal, mu'aamalaat and correct aqwaal is compulsory. However one fulfils this obligation, that is his choice, whether by attending a madrasah, or through the guidance of an aalim, or by going out in jamaat or to a khanqah, but he must learn these important aspects.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)