The Essence of Islam – Volume III — Page 93
Faith, Certainty and Insight 93 his purpose. All blessings are by virtue of sincerity and all sincerity is in seeking the pleasure of God, and all seeking of God's pleasure ensues from discarding one's own pleasure. This is the death which is followed by life. Blessed is he who partakes of this life. [Brāhīn-e-Ahmadiyyah, part V, Rūņānī Khazā'in, vol. 21, pp. 230-243] Excellences of the Men of God The excellences of the men of God who have a relation- ship of love and friendship with Him are not confined to prophecies alone. Verities are disclosed to them and they are granted spiritual comprehension. The wonders and mysteries of the Shariah and proofs of the truth of Islām are revealed to them. The inner meanings of the Holy Qur'an and the fine points of the Word of God are mi- raculously conveyed to them. They become heirs to mi- raculous wonders and heavenly knowledge both of which are bestowed directly upon those whom God loves. They are favoured with special love and are invested with de- votion and sincerity like Abrahamas. The Holy Spirit is reflected in their hearts. They become God's and God becomes theirs. Their prayers bring about extraordinary results. God's jealousy is roused in their support. They are blessed with victory over their opponents in every field. Their countenances shine with the light of Divine love. God's mercy comes down upon their dwellings like rain. Like a beloved child, they rest in the lap of God. God displays greater wrath in their support than a wild tigress whose young is threatened. They are protected against sin, attacks of the enemies, and errors of teach- ing. They are the kings of heaven. God hears their sup- plications in a wonderful manner, so much so that kings have recourse to them. The Lord of Glory resides in their hearts. They are invested with a Divine prestige and their