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The Library is also called the Temple of Learning
5/4/2026 9:34:06 PM
Dr. Vijay Garg

The library is not just a collection of books, it is also a treasure trove of knowledge, insight and culture. Just as water is important for life, the library is extremely essential for human development. Here man not only gets information but also develops his thinking.
The library is also called the temple of education, because there are books, magazines and newspapers available related to different subjects. It is an AC place for students where they can understand studies more deeply. The learning found in the classroom is expanded in a good way in the library.
The biggest advantage of the library is that it is open to people from all walks of life. Be it a student, teacher, gavancher or ordinary reader—Everyone has something to learn here. Through books one gets acquainted with different countries, rituals and historical events.
A good library cultivates the habit of reading in human. In today’s digital age where mobile and social media have eaten up time, the library gives peace to the mind and an opportunity for concentration. Sitting here and reading teaches man patience, discipline and the ability to think.
Libraries play an important role not only in individual, but also in social development. They are centers of educational dissemination and make people aware. An educated society can only advance, and the contribution of a library is significant.
The government and educational institutions should be building good and modern libraries. Also the people must use the library more and more, understanding its importance. Books have been a great contribution in the development of human civilization and the place where these books are kept is called library or bookstore. Library is actually that immense sea of knowledge, where by sitting down man can acquire information from every corner of the world. the importance of library The library is also called ‘Temple of Knowledge’. Some of the main reasons for its importance are as follows: Various subject collections: The library features books not only on literature, but a wide range of subjects such as science, history, politics, religion and art. Cheap Tools: Not every person can afford to buy expensive books. A library is a blessing for such readers, where knowledge from all over the world is available at a very low cost. Suitable reading environment: There is complete peace in the library, which is very important for concentration reading. Sitting here and reading will not disturb the reader’s mind. Library types Libraries are of many kinds: School/college libraries: Those that meet the educational needs of students. Alliterative (Public) Libraries: These are for the general public, where anyone can go and read. Personal Libraries: Many people are fond of collecting books in their homes. Digital library: Nowadays, the trend of ‘e-libraries’ has increased, where books can be read through a phone or computer. role in student life The library is a place for students to learn things beyond their syllabus. It makes them have the habit of self-study and increases their vocabulary. “Books are man’s best friend and the library is the greatest place to meet those friends”.
Finally, it won’t be wrong to say that the library is a treasure that never ends. The more we use it, the more knowledge we gain. Therefore, everyone should engage with the library in their life, because it really is an infinite store of knowledge.
Dr. Vijay Garg Retired Principal Educational Columnist Malout Punjab
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