Malfuzat – Volume X — Page 146
Malfuzat - English translation of Urdu Volume 10 146 using medicines and not rely on estimates, rather they should definitely be weighed. How can Muslims make Progress? If the Aryas had not spouted this filth, I would not have been so moved. Their objections became the reason for me to present verities and insights. The zeal that other nations have to donate for the needs of their national religious tasks is not present in the Muslims. Perhaps this is because ت س� ي � ن � م�ان را دبتس ادنر درم ي � رک — those who like to give are far from wealth, but there are also many princes and rich and prosperous people among Muslims. The objective before every Muslim should be the propagation of Truth. Previously, when the Muslims enjoyed an age of suc- cess, it was the result of their achieving excellence in the Faith. Now again, if they want to see that same previous age of success, they should turn their attention to religion. Following in the footsteps of these others will not yield true Muslims any results. Instead of improving their own condition, those who have appointed themselves the reformers among Muslims want to amend the commandments of Islam regarding Prayer and Fasting. They see the progress of the Muslims tied to such actions. God Almighty desires progress through the Faith but they seek success by abandoning the Faith. They will not achieve success in this way. Islam alone believes God to be One without partner. If these Muslims also part from this Oneness of God, it will not bode well for them. Following the footsteps of other nations would not be a blessing for them. If others achieve success even through being irreligious, it is by way of a trial. God Almighty deals with each person separately. Christians may be involved in unpleasant deeds, they may drink and gamble, and it may be of benefit to