The Promised Messiah and Mahdi — Page 76
THE PROMISED MESSIAH AND MAHDI. Hijra and as he explained the period of his exalted office extends to the next thousand years. Through him, the Khilafat in Islam has been re-established as he was spiritual successor or Khalifa of the Holy. Prophet in this age. He said that there can be no 'Khalifa' (successor of Prophet) after him except one who bears the seal of his obedience. . Many Muslims have fallen into despair. There is no need for it. The Holy Prophet was true to his words. The Promised One has appeared. The revival and propagation of Islam is underway. It is time to rejoice and join his fold. Those Muslims, who have fallen victim to frustration and now minimize the importance of Mahdi and Messiah, are reminded of the following words of the Holy Prophet Mohammad, peace be on him. 1. The Holy Prophet said: "When you hear the advent of. Mahdi, it is enjoined on you to enter his 'bait' (to enter his fold) even if you have to walk on snow by crawling to reach him. " (Kanzul. Ummal. Also footnotes to Masnad Ahmad Bin Hanbal, V. 6, p. 29-30) 2. The Holy Prophet said: "He who dies in a condition that he has not recognized the Imam of his age dies a death of ignorance. " (Musnad Ahmad Bin Hanbal, Vol. 4, P. 96). . M alisla 76