The Essence of Islam – Volume IV — Page 127
The Purpose of the Promised Messiah's Advent 127. Two Aspects of the perfection of Faith. It should be borne in mind that all bounties and the perfection of the faith that were bestowed on the Holy. Propheta, had two aspects: first, the perfection of the guidance, and secondly, the completion of the propagation of the guidance. The perfection of the guidance from every aspect took place through his first advent, and the completion of the propagation of the guidance was accomplished through his second advent. The verse of the Surah Al-Jumu'ah: 78 أَخَرِيْنَ مِنْهُمْ " which refers to another people who will be prepared through his grace and instruction. This makes it clear that he will have a second advent, and this adventwhich is by way of reflection—is now taking place. . Thus this is the time of the completion of the propagation of the guidance. [Malfuzat, vol. 4, p. 10]. In addition to the natural resemblance which this humble one possesses to other great ones and that is set out in detail in Brāhīn-e-Aḥmadiyyah, I have a singular resemblance with the Messiahas on account of which I have been sent with his name so that I should demolish the doctrine of the cross. I have been sent to break the cross and to slaughter the swine. I have descended from heaven with angels on my right and left, whom God, Who is ever with me, will cause to 78 Others from among them. . . Al-Jumu'ah, 62:4 [Publisher]