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Global Academic Journal of Linguistics and Literature
Volume-7 | Issue-01
Review Article
An Appraisal of the Role of Qur’anic and Madrasa Education in the Sokoto Caliphate
Dr. Tambari Abbas Bashar
Published : Feb. 22, 2025
DOI : https://doi.org/10.36348/gajll.2025.v07i01.002
Abstract
The Sokoto Caliphate, established in the early 19th century, was a major political and intellectual force in West Africa. A significant aspect of its influence was its educational system, which was deeply rooted in Qur'anic and madrasa (Islamic school) teachings. This paper explores the pivotal role of Qur'anic and madrasa education in shaping the intellectual, cultural, and social fabric of the Sokoto Caliphate. Through the madrasa system, the caliphate propagated Islamic scholarship, fostering a class of scholars who contributed significantly to Islamic jurisprudence, theology, and literature. The curriculum, which was primarily based on the Qur'an and Hadith, aimed not only at religious instruction but also at the cultivation of ethical values, leadership, and governance principles. The Sokoto Caliphate’s emphasis on education created a highly literate society, influencing the broader West African region in areas such as law, administration, and diplomacy. This paper delves into the structure of the madrasa system, the curricula, the roles of prominent scholars, and the lasting legacy of Qur'anic and madrasa education in the caliphate's societal development. By analyzing primary sources and historical accounts, it argues that the educational system was integral to the caliphate's political stability and intellectual legacy.

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