The Meaning And Purpose Of Education : Muhiyuddin al-Attas

The Meaning And Purpose Of Education with Muhiyuddin al-Attas. Organised by peacemeal

My Lord has educated me and Has made my education most excellent- The prophet. What is education? Is it a means of cultural transmission, or an instrument for  socio-economic interests? Is it to build nations or to build individuals?  And what is the mark of an educated person?
In this third installment, we will discuss the meaning and purpose of education in Islam and its individual and collective purpose.