The Devotion of Life — Page 444
444 “It is essential that our Jama’at prepares preachers, but it is useless if there is no difference between them and other preachers. These preachers should first effect a pious transformation in themselves so that their preaching can be effective by example. They should practice what they preach. Secondly, they should be well-versed in our beliefs so that they are able to counter opponents without being embarrassed. Thirdly, they should have the courage of their convictions in fearlessly advocating the right path without succumbing to pressure from any source, individual or government. When these three conditions are met, preachers of our Jama’at can be useful. ” (Malfoozat Vol. 2 Page 281) “I feel the need for people to serve the faith. I consider language skills necessary and do not discourage the learning of English. This is my desire and upon reflection it has bothered me that on the one hand life is transitory and on the other the reason behind creating the Madrassah was to train people to serve the faith. Those who pass on should be succeeded by replacements, because that is the will of God. If there are no successors, a community is in danger of dying. Maulvi Abdul Karim and other Maulvis have passed away without successors. What then is the use of spending thousands of rupees on the Madrassah ? When someone is made ready, he starts worrying about worldly things. I know that nothing can be accomplished until there is a change. Those who trained spiritual soldiers for Allah’s Jama’at are no longer with us. Why should we