The Holy War — Page 122
122 THE HOLY WAR things miraculous, so we have already shown you one Sign, and it is published in Nür Afshāń. Thus, if you still have an objection after this, it would be similar to the objection that the Jews made, the details of which you have already heard in the very words of the Messiah; I need not repeat it. Now, in accord with your declaration to embrace Islam I am very eager to hear from you to what extent you have embraced Islam upon having seen the fulfilment of this prophecy. As for me, I am ready any time [for this contest] in the future also; all that remains is your request and the written conditions. And you are mistaken in your statement that having described the use of an abusive word by the Messiah, it is as if I have disrespected him. I consider the Messiahas a true Prophet and a venerable and beloved servant of God Almighty. That was merely a remonstrative rejoinder that was appropriate to your taste, and that accusation falls on you, not on me. (The rest, later. ) Signature-English Ghulam Qadir Fasih (President) Representing Muslims Signature-English Henry Martyn Clark (President) Representing Christians