Malfuzat – Volume II — Page 55
55 tribulations of land and sea, and take upon themselves a kind of death, unless they are filled with sincerity. A large number of brothers will continue to pray for these men and I shall also continue to offer prayers for them that may Allah the Exalted make them successful in this mission and return them to us safe and sound. The truth is that even the angels will pray for them and shall accompany them on the way. The Generosity and Resolve of Our Community Now, I would also like to express that on this occasion, our community has dem- onstrated a forbearance and resolve in two forms. Firstly, there is this group of people who will undertake this expedition and have thus subjected themselves to the perils of this journey, and who have prepared themselves to bear those trials and tribulations that will confront them on this path. Secondly, there are those members of the community who have always made financial contributions for my religious objectives and endeavours open-heartedly. I feel no need to elaborate on this, because each and every one in my community, more or less, contributes ac- cording to their own ability and strength, and Allah Almighty knows best the sincerity and loyalty with which these people partake in financial contributions. I know full well that the members of my community have demonstrated the ex- ample that was set by the companions of the Holy Prophet sa when they were pass- ing through a time of hardship. In my previous announcement, although I have only written the names of a few friends, who demonstrated a model of loyalty and resolve, this does not mean that I am ignorant of others or their worthy services. I am well aware of those who hasten towards me with fervour and sincerity. As I was ill and even now since I am unwell, I was unable to write all of the specific details, nor was such detail possible in a short announcement. Therefore, those people whose names have not been mentioned in the announcement should not grieve. Allah the Exalted knows well the level of their devotion and sincerity. Financial Sacrifice Must Be For the Sake of Allah Alone If someone makes a donation or contributes in the way of our religious needs so that their name is published, then remember that such a one desires worldly fame, renown and recognition. However, a person who walks on this path purely for the sake of Allah Almighty, and remains determined to serve the faith, has no