Advice for Missionaries — Page 19
19 and argument and you should focus on the latter. People are sometimes unaware of what an argument actually entails. In discussions with Aryas, Muslims will quote from the Qur’an even though Aryas do not view the Qur’an as an authentic source. Instead, you should forward relevant arguments so that it becomes the established practice [in the preaching methods] of our community. You should compose your arguments based on the strength of your evidence. Present two types of arguments: those that are based on logic and rationality and those that are based on textual evidence. The following form of argument [for instance] should not be presented: As Hazrat Maulawi Nur-ud-Din ra was such an eminent scholar, he could not have been wrong in accepting Hazrat Mirza Sahib as. Since he accepted Hazrat Mirza Sahib as , Mirza Sahib as must be a true claimant. Such an argument should not be forwarded [and is a logical fallacy]. Rather, our beliefs should be supported by evidence so that the use of valid arguments becomes the established practice in our community. If a culture of accepting proofs and evidence be - comes prevalent in the community, our members will never feel anxious about those people who leave the community. Develop a genuine following, not an