Conditions of Bai'at and Responsibilities of an Ahmadi — Page 165
Condition IX 165 any other way. Always work for the good of mankind. Never unduly assert yourself with pride over others, even those who are placed under you. Never use abusive language for anyone, even if he abuses you. Be humble in spirit, kind, gentle, and forgiving, sympathetic towards all, and wish them well, so that you may be accepted…. If you are big, have mercy on those who are small and not contempt. If you are wise and well-versed in learning, serve the ignorant with words of wisdom. Never desire to bring disgrace on their lack of knowledge by trying to show off your own learning. If you are rich, instead of treating them with self-centred, disdainful pride, you should serve the poor. ( Kasht i -e-N uh , R uha n i Khaz a’ in , vol. 19, pp. 11–12) Then he said: People will mistreat you and will hurt you in every way, but members of my Jam a ‘at should not be provoked. Do not use hurtful words in the heat of emotions. Allah the Almighty does not like such people. Allah the Almighty wants to make our Jam a ‘at exemplary. He further says: Allah the Almighty loves the muttaq i [righteous]. You should always remain in awe of God’s Majesty and be mindful that all are God’s creatures. Do not persecute anyone, and do not have a quick temper or look at anyone with disdain. If there is one bad person in a Jam a ‘at, he can spoil others also. If your temper is inclined towards anger, then carefully examine the source of its fury. This aspect is very critical. ( Malf uza t , vol. 1, pp. 8–9)