Allah gives us two gardens of knowledge
“The first garden is the garden of science, and the second garden is the garden of religion, revelation, scripture.”
Human beings are blessed with two divine gardens, science in creation and revelation in scripture, and should recognize Allah as their source, unite around His word, and live it faithfully.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces the garden as a symbol of purity, creation, and human development.
- Presents the natural world as the first garden and the source of scientific knowledge.
- Uses Adam’s taught knowledge and intellect to explain human capacity for observation and understanding.
- Presents revelation, religion, and scripture as the second garden that elevates humanity.
- Warns against denying Allah’s gifts or falsely attributing revelation and knowledge.
- Calls Muslims to unite, preserve God’s word, and live it faithfully.
In the khateeb's words
“So, the first garden is the garden of science. And the second garden is the garden of religion, revelation, scripture.”
“You didn't get science from your own self. You got science from the creation. And the creation belong to Allah.”
For the dinner table
The khutbah used the image of two gardens to describe two gifts from Allah: the natural world, which invites science and discovery, and revelation, which guides and elevates us. It connected Adam’s knowledge of the names of things with the human ability to observe, understand, and apply knowledge. It also warned us not to treat human discoveries or religious claims as independent from Allah, or to alter revelation to suit ourselves. The practical call was to unite, hold to God’s word, and live it honestly. We can thank Allah for knowledge, seek guidance, and use both gifts responsibly.
- What is one part of creation you would like to study more, and what could it teach you about Allah?
- How can we live our values honestly when it would be easier to change them?
- What could unity look like in our family this week?
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