Invitation to Ahmadiyyat — Page 351
351 to shun the company of men and remain occupied in the worship of God that this may atone for past neglect and guard against possible disasters. Life has run its course and nothing is left but a few steps; Better, therefore, that I keep awake a few nights in remem - brance of Someone. This world has no firm foundation and life here is not dependable. ‘Wise is he who learns from the example of others. ’ And peace. When his father passed away, the Promised Messiah as withdrew from everything and busied himself in religious study, prayer, fast - ing, and nights spent in worship. He would refute the attacks of the enemies of Islam through newspapers and magazines. While people fought over pennies, the Promised Messiah as handed over all his property interests to his elder brother, who provided his daily meals and clothing. The Promised Messiah as did not take any share of the property nor did he undertake any responsibil - ities related to it. He urged people to pray and expounded upon the beauties of Islam. He looked after the poor and needy. With little else to give, he shared his meals with them, while he himself lived on a few ounces of food a day or nothing at all. Nor was his share of the property so small that he would be content with mea - gre sustenance, for he shared a whole village with his brother and there was additional income from other properties. At this time, the Promised Messiah as started praying for