SIX ETIQUETTES OF LEARNING

Found this interesting image on the etiquettes of learning. Some of you may be wondering what is the meaning of etiquette? According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, etiquette means conduct to be observed in social or official life. In simpler words, etiquettes is behavior that is acceptable by the society. In Bahasa Malaysia, etiquette means etika. Common types of etiquette includes working ettiquette, telephone etiquette, social etiquette and eating etiquette. The image below is another type of ettiquette solely for those who are seeking knowledge.

Source: Islamic Reflection Facebook Page

Based on what Ibnu Al-Qayyim state, in learning a new knowledge, you must ask questions in a manner does not offend the person(s) giving knowledge and to listen attentively during lessons. However, knowledge gained will be lost if you don't practice it, therefore step five and sixth suggests that you teach the new found knowledge to your friends and practice them so that you can keep the knowledge forever.

Key words:
Learning - belajar
Knowledge - pengetahuan
Etiquette - etika
Offend - menyinggung perasaan
Attentively - penuh perhatian