The Essence of Islam – Volume IV — Page 297
Propagation, Establishment of a Holy Jama'at, and Instructions 297 tion and incitation which a person feels when he finds not only himself but his Prophet and Leader and. Imām insulted and are referred to with contempt. But. I say that if you will not endure all this abuse and foul language steadfastly, then what will be the difference between you and others? After all you have not been called upon to endure something which none before you have experienced. Every true dispensation that was established in the world has always been the victim of the world's enmity. As you are the heirs of truth, you are bound to be treated with enmity. Then be warned and let not your egos prevail over you. Endure every harshness and reply gently to all abuse so that you may be rewarded in heaven. . Do not use harsh language concerning the Rishis and elders of the Aryas lest they should revile God, the. Holy, and His Holy Messengers. As they are not endowed with true understanding, they would not realize whom they are reviling. Bear in mind that a person who is liable to be carried away by egoistic passions is not one whose lips can utter words of wisdom and understanding. Everything that such a one says is full of poisonous germs and nothing else. If you wish to speak under the instruction of the Holy. Spirit, then cast out all egoistic passions and fury, then your lips will set forth the mysteries of pure and true knowledge, and in heaven you will be accounted something that is beneficial for the world and you will have long lives. Do not deride and do not indulge in mockery. Your speech should betray no meanness or