Motto

“Read (O Muhammad) in the name of your Lord who created (all existence).”


Penang Islamic Digital Library
The Penang Islamic Digital Library (PIDL) provides digital reading materials specializing in the field of Islamic Studies.
The Penang State Government, through the State Islamic Religious Council, has agreed to establish the Penang Islamic Digital Library (PIDL), fully managed by KITAB Pulau Pinang, an Islamic higher learning institution owned by the State Islamic Religious Council of Penang. PIDL is located at the International Islamic Technology College (KITAB) campus in the State Mosque Complex, Jalan Air Itam. Previously, the Penang State Government introduced four Penang Digital Libraries (PDL), with the first launched in 2016.
Launch of the Penang Islamic Digital Library
The Penang Islamic Digital Library (PIDL) was officially launched by
His Excellency Tun Dato’ Seri Utama Ahmad Fuzi Bin Haji Abdul Razak, Governor of Penang, on May 26, 2022 (25 Syawal 1443H). The event was also attended by YAB Tuan Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang.
Special Collection
PIDL Objectives


Strengthen
library services in electronic/digital formats in line with current technological advancements.


Enhance
infrastructure and a conducive knowledge environment.


Empower
the Library’s electronic/digital collection.
Knowledge Corner & Amenities
e-Books
PIDL provides easy access to e-books through its exclusive application. At the initial operational stage, the e-book collection included 1,877 titles. With an expanding collection, PIDL members can enjoy digital reading anytime, anywhere.
Field
- 1 Islamic Studies (Islamic Law, Sharia, Theology, Preaching, Islamic Civilization, and Arabic)
- Management, Islamic Finance, and Entrepreneurship
- Halal Management
- Information Technology & Programming
- Family & Community Development Management
- Conventional Law
- Children
- Public Reference
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7 Shaban 1446H
George Town, MY
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Operating Hours
Monday – Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Public Holidays
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Closed
Closed
Visitor Count
160026