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53 names should be published in a newspaper, with a copy sent to me. I will thereafter publish an announcement accepting this challenge and will send a copy to the nominee. However, let it be clear that Muslims and Christians have long been disputing and debating with each other and many books have been written from both sides. Indeed the scholars of Islam have made it crystal clear that the objections levelled against the Holy Quran, in one form or another, also apply to the Torah. Similarly, the criticism directed against our Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, is actually a criticism against all of the prophets, with the Messiah being no exception. In fact, due to such criticisms, God Almighty Himself comes under accusation. Thus, this debate will be held in order to determine which religion is living and which is lifeless; to examine whether or not the spiritual signs claimed by the religion and their scripture are still to be found. It seems appropriate that Lahore or Amritsar be the venue of this debate, which ought to be held in the presence of scholars from both parties. Humbly, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, Qadian, District Gurdaspur