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74 the right to detain and punish them. But it does not have the right to stop someone from following a religious teaching and assert that this practise on your part means that you are not assimilating into the society of the country. As Ahmadis we should always remember that these are dangerous times and Satan is aggressively attacking from all directions. If Muslims, and particularly Ahmadi Muslims, including men, women and youth, do not try to keep religious values intact, then there is no guarantee of our survival. As compared to the others, we will be more liable for the wrath of Allah because we understood the truth. Even though the Promised Messiah as explained this to us, we do not act upon it. Thus, if we want to save ourselves from annihilation it is imperative to live confidently in this world while embracing every Islamic teaching. Do not think that the progress of these advanced countries is a guarantee of our progress and our life, and our prominence depends on aligning ourselves with them. The progress of these advanced countries has reached its peak and now their immoral values and practices are bringing about their downfall, and the signs are evident. They are inviting the wrath of God and asking for trouble, in such a situation, we have to try to save them on humanitarian grounds by showing them the right path instead of being influenced by them. If these people are not reformed, which seems difficult due to their arrogance and distance from religion, then those nations will play their part in the future development of the world who will uphold moral and religious values. Thus, as I said before, we, and especially the youth, have to pay attention to Allah the Exalted’s teachings. Instead of being influenced by the world and following its lead, you should make the world follow you. As I started the conversation with Purda and clothing, I want to say another thing in this regard with regret that some people ask if Purda is the only thing needed for the progress