A Hidden Truth — Page 54
Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad 54 tradition. It seems as if at that time Buddhism was strongly prevalent in this land and the religion of the Vedas was dead and that Buddhism denied the Vedas. 38 In short, after collating all these facts it may be concluded with certainty that Jesus, peace be upon him, did surely visit this land. It is a conclusive and well- established fact that books of the Buddhist religion allude to his visiting this land. The tomb of Jesus, peace be upon him, in Kashmir is said to have existed for approximately 1900 years. This is also a most excellent proof in this context. There are probably inscriptions in the tomb that are now hidden. To investigate all these matters further, a group is being prepared from our community for academic research. The leader appointed over this group is, Brother Maulvi Hakeem Haji-e-Haramayn 39 Nur-ud-Deen, may his Lord grant him protection. For the purpose of research and investigation, this delegation shall travel to different lands. The task of these devoutly religious men will be to 38 Not only do certain books of the Buddhist religion mention that Jesus, peace be upon him, came to India and Tibet but I have also come to know from reliable sources that the ancient scriptures of Kashmir also similarly mention him. — Author 39 One who has made pilgrimage to Mecca and visited the blessed tomb of the Holy Prophet sa in Medina. [Publisher]