Hazrat Amman Jan - An Inspiration for Us All — Page 139
The importance of speaking the truth has been reiterated by Hadrat Khalifatul Masih V atba in his address at the annual conference in Nigeria, May 2008. H udur reminded us that it is a clear moral injunction in the Holy Qur ’ an that we “ shun false speech ”. 83 He also reminded us that mothers have a very high status alongside which they have great responsibilities. His remarks echoed those of both Hadrat Khalifatul Masih II ra and Hadrat Khalifatul Masih IV ru when he commented : “A woman is an architect of the future generation. If a woman acquires the habit of telling lies, the whole generation will be involved in this evil habit. ” 84 Thus , the emphatic stress th at four khulafa of Hadrat Amman Jan ’ s ra progeny have made concerning truthfulness, indicates the great importance this “ Mother of the Faithful ” gave to this moral virtue. The second moral quality which Hadrat Khalifatul Masih IV ru highlighted was gentle and pious speech. By the use of good and polite language much anger, hurt and discontent , can be avoided in society. Rude speech reflects one's inner thoughts; and such a habit can become a hindrance from even contemplating good deeds in one's mind. Furthermore, good speech encourages mutual respect and most importantly obedience, which is a vital component of a parent - child relationship. Amatul Qayyum Sahibah of Germany related concerning Hadrat Amman Jan's ra speech, 83 The Holy Qur ’ an – al - Hajj 22: 31. 84 “The Review of Religions” – Vol 103, Issue 08, p16. 139