Knowledge in the Quran and the Sunnah Leading to an Epistemology

Knowledge is a fundamental concept in Islam, and its acquisition, dissemination, and application are deeply rooted in the Quran and the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him). This paper explores the Islamic perspective on knowledge, its sources, and its implications for the development of an epistemological framework. It examines the Quranic verses and Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet) that emphasize the significance of knowledge and its role in shaping human understanding. Furthermore, it delves into how Islamic epistemology, derived from the Quran and the Sunnah, offers a unique approach to knowledge acquisition and its ethical dimensions. This paper touches upon a significant aspect within Islamic thought. This critical paper delves into how knowledge is conceptualized within the Qur'an and the Sunnah, subsequently drawing on Said Nursi's exegesis in the Risale-i Nur collection to outline an Islamic epistemology. Nursi's interpretation serves as a pivotal link between the scriptural foundations of Islam and the construction of a robust framework for understanding knowledge, its acquisition, and application.