The Essence of Islam – Volume IV — Page 56
56. Essence of Islam-IV understand why they are so inspired, for this characteristic is a part of their nature. (14) They are wholly and perfectly devoted to God. Almighty and possess a fervent desire to sacrifice their whole beings in His cause. The special relationship their souls have with the Spirit of God cannot be described in words. They enjoy a standing with the Holy One which is not recognized by the common people. That which they specially possess in abundance and which is the fountainhead of all blessings; and by virtue of which—while they appearing to be sinking—they win through to security; and having arrived at the brink of extinction, are revived; and even though they are humiliated, they still exhibit their crown of honour; and though appearing alone and abandoned, they are suddenly seen at the head of a large group; is none other than this relationship of perfect devotion which can neither be severed with the sword nor loosened by any riot or fear of the world. السلام علهيم من الله و ملائكته و من الصلحاء اجمعين " 31 (15) The fifteenth sign is their knowledge of the. Holy Qur'an. They are given deep understanding of the wisdom, verities and fine points of the Holy. Qur'an to a degree which is never given to others. . They are the pure ones concerning whom God, the. Glorious, says: 31 There is peace for them from Allāh and His angels and all the righteous. [Publisher]