Life of Ahmad — Page 198
BIRTH OF FA D L-E-UMAR ra as 198 the world and in every phase of human life. The world has been, as it were, in the melting pot. The Movement has spread to all parts of the world in spite of bitter opposition at home and abroad. He is a nation-builder and his nation is the whole of mankind. He has organised the Community in a wonderful manner by establishing various departments at its headquarters. They include finance, education, missionary work, publications, hospitality and justice. He is an excellent orator and a great author. He has written more than a score of books on some vital problems of the day. He can speak for six or seven hours continuously while thousands of eager listeners sit round him with rapt attention. He can sway the masses with his zeal, sincerity and devotion. He impresses the learned with his knowledge and erudition. He is a born leader of men and possesses personality, charm and magnetism. He is affectionate, loving and loyal. He is no respecter of persons but; believes in the rule of law. He is a fast friend and a formidable foe. He is magnanimous, generous and meek of heart; but he is by no means weak, sentimental or squeamish. He is a first-class statesman, a sympathetic ruler and a sagacious administrator. He is firm as a rock and his iron resolve and determination can move mountains. He says what he means and means what he says. He is one of the greatest geniuses that the world has ever seen, yet he works hard and endeavours ceaselessly to emancipate and ameliorate mankind intellectually and spiritually.