Mirror of Charm and Beauty — Page 51
of this admonition was so deep on me that his words sank into my mind like a steel nail; and I have never again dared refer to any elder of mine in the same casual manner, nor even those who are younger than myself. . I would like to add here that friends should take care to bring up their children on this high moral standard. They should not fail to apply a suitable corrective, whenever they happen to notice any error of the kind, large or small, since a corrective properly applied in the days of childhood has a great and lasting value, not possible at any other stage. . The Promised Messiah often used to remark that the way of religion lies in the proper observance of a respectful attitude towards all those to whom it is due. I strongly and most sincerely wish that every Ahmadi would stick to this golden principle as a standing guide in life. 15. In this connection I am also reminded of another incident. Once the Promised Messiah learnt that this same Mirza Nizam-ud-Din, who was a bitter opponent, was seriousiy ill. . The Promised Messiah overlooked the hostility which this gentleman displayed on every possi51