A Letter to a Dear One — Page 65
Muhammad Zafrulla Khan 65 He was an absorbent of God’s good graces; he was like a child whose rearing was flawless. He is a magnificent ocean of righteousness and eminence; in his kindness he is the most unique jewel. In generosity and mercy, he is like the cloud of spring season; he is like the sun in his grace and charity. He is a reflection of the mercy of the Most Merciful God; he is the manifestation of God’s compassion and love. He was so charming that even a glimpse of him turned an ugly face into a beautiful one. The light of his heart made thousands of darkened hearts shine like the stars. Through his blessed person we became aware of Him and through him appeared God’s Mercy upon us. Through him Ahmad of the latter days became a shining sun for the dead of the hearts. He is the best in beauty among all mankind, and in purity of heart he surpasses all the pearls. From his lips flow fountains of wisdom; his heart overflows with cognizance of spiritual matters. He made himself bereft of all worldly things for the sake of God, and none is like him over land or water. He is a lamp, and God lighted him, so that no wind can ever extinguish him. He was a pillar of strength, a soldier of Glorious God, with a powerful scimitar set on his belt. His arrow was the fastest in every field, his sword showed its mettle at every place. He humbled all the idols of the world, and, on the other hand, he established the powers of God Almighty. He loved the truth, wisdom and purity; he hated falsehood, disorder and mischief.