- Being keen to read important (Classical) books: The seeker of knowledge must be keen to adhere to the major books of past, because some of the modern writers do not have deep knowledge, so if you read what they have written you will find that it is superficial. They may quote things verbatim, or they may distort them to make them longer, but it is all waffle. So It's upon you to adhere to the important reference works written by the salaf (pious predecessors).
- Collecting books: The seeker of knowledge should be keen to collect books, but he should prioritize.
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