The Ocean of Light — Page 12
12 ignorant and tyrannical people, prone to blood-shed even at the slightest provocation. There was no peace to be had from them during the day or the night. When the reign of the Sikhs passed and the British Empire took its place, we were freed of this great suffering and only tales remained of the oppressors. Through this just government, our dignity, our lives, and our wealth remained safe, and we forgot all that had befallen us in days gone by. Without a doubt, this government is a blessing for the Muslims of this country. Avoiding coercion and force, it has given freedom to all religions and peoples. We therefore offer gratitude to God Almighty, and also offer gratitude to this government, for on account of it we were delivered from the Fire into Paradise. The Christian clergies, however, have thrown the truth behind their backs, and whatever they have compiled is mere fabrication. All their efforts are focused on destroying Islam and erasing the signs