Advice for Missionaries — Page 30
Hazrat Mirza Bashir-ud-Din Mahmud Ahmad 30 thinking that the money sent for the community is divided and spent by certain individuals. Therefore, encourage members to continue to associate with Qadian. Submit a report of your work every three months. I have also given some additional pointers about the type of things that should be mentioned. These should also be included in the report. Also, bear in mind that the spirit of loyalty should not diminish in our urban communities in imitation of the actions of the Lahori group. Always remind Ahmadis of their responsibilities wherever you go. Giving in to politics is a poison. Once a person succumbs to intrigue, they begin to neglect their faith. Politicking disturbs the peace [of communities], and becomes a hindrance to preaching. I am less concerned about the Lahori group than I am of this. Political games are opposed to truth, righteousness and the commandments of Islamic law. Indeed, politics is a poison that has stalled the progress of every community it afflicts. Therefore, you should put great emphasis on the issue, because these days there is a penchant for this kind of manoeuvring and it is a major hindrance to preaching. Some people refrain from joining the community because it teaches loyalty. In short, you must prevent people from taking part in