The British Government and Jihad — Page 27
27 For an experimental period of a few years, every group should be strictly forbidden from using vicious language against other religions, be it explicit or implicit, in their writings or in their sermons. They should, however, be permitted to recount the virtues of their own faith. This will prevent the cultivation of new plants of hatred and as ancient tales fade away people will be inclined towards mutual love and reconciliation. When the barbaric people of the Frontier Region see love and friendship grow among nations, then they too will be impressed, and in turn will show as much sympathy towards Christians as one Muslim does to another. A second suggestion is that if the maulav i s of Punjab and India truly oppose this notion of jihad , they should publish journals about it, translate them into the Pashto language, and disseminate them among the tribes of the Frontier Region, for these would certainly prove very effective. However, all this must be done with an honest heart and enthusiasm, not with hypocrisy. Peace be on him who follows the guidance. Published by: The humble one, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad The Promised Messiah Seeking Allah’s security and peace From Qadian May 22, 1900