Malfuzat – Volume I — Page 59
Malfuzat - Volume I 59 number must have increased even further. No one ought to entertain the thought that it is due to Islam's inherent weakness that it is susceptible to 3,000 allega- tions. This is definitely not the case. These allegations are objections in the view of the unwise and those who are foolish. However, I truthfully say that where I have counted these allegations, I have also reflected and found that in reality, many distinct truths can be discovered at the point of these very allegations, but they cannot be seen by those who raise these objections due to their lack of insight. Truly, it is the wisdom of God Almighty that wherever a blinded critic has raised an objection, it is there that a hidden treasure of verities and divine insights lie to be discovered. The Purpose of the Advent of the Promised Messiah God Almighty has appointed me so that I may reveal these hidden treasures to the world, and so that I may purify and cleanse the filth of those impure allegations that have been smeared upon these shining gems. The jealousy of God Almighty is vigorously roused at this time in order to clear and absolve the honour of the Holy Quran from the objections attributed to it by every malevolent enemy. Therefore, in the case that our opponents seek to attack Islam by the pen, and indeed they do, how foolish would it be for us to come prepared to engage: in physical battle against them? I tell you clearly that anyone who retaliates by way of war or conflict in the name of Islam, shall only defame the Faith. Islam has never sought to unnecessarily take up the sword without just cause. As I have said, war has turned into a mere art and no longer serves a religious objective. In fact, worldly motives have now become the centre of war. Hence, how unjust would it be to threaten critics with the sword as opposed to responding to their objections? Now, with time, the manner of war has changed. And so firstly and foremost, it is necessary that one makes use of one's heart and mind, and purifies one's soul. Seek support and victory from God Almighty through virtue and righteousness. It is an unchangeable law and firm principle of God Almighty that it is impossible for Muslims to succeed and gain victory over others through mere words and statements. Allah the Exalted does not value boasting and empty words, rather, it is true righteousness that He desires and it is sincere purity that He loves. In this regard, Allah the Exalted states: