Guidance for Perceiving Minds — Page 80
h a d rat Mirza ghulam AHmAD as 80 The Philosophers & Logicians Perhaps you might say after that philosophers and logicians are able to reform the corruptions of this time, because they speak with argument and proof, and reach correct conclusions after pro- viding evidence. So, confusion will not exist after the presentation of clear evidences. So, we say that these sciences are useful, as you claim, with- out a doubt. At times, they reveal the betrayal of those who lied and deceived, clearing away suspicions. Whoever learns them will speak with prestige and eloquence, and their writing will flow smoothly. They will command respect among disbelievers and recognise the treachery of the corrupt. With these sciences, one can enhance their narration, explore every matter thoroughly, critically assess their understanding, and rebuke the opponent with evidence. Their words will captivate, as their speech will be like pearls and gems. With these sciences, they will not suffer hardships, nor fear obstacles in speaking. They will present ideas that are refined and mature. They will navigate the paths of difficulty, seeking solutions. Perhaps they will devote themselves to thinking and enduring hardships to save souls from the burden of calamity. This is your opinion and the opinion of those with similar hearts, but the truth is that these philosophers, wise men, and people of reason and knowledge are unable to ward off this afflic- tion. Rather, they are a great affliction to the followers of Islam and the seekers of truth. Everything they feed Muslim children is nothing but poison. They have taken them out of the fair breeze