Tadhkirah — Page 366
366 love you with a great love. . . Love from Allah, the Almighty, the Noble; a bounty unlimited. It is a time of trial and a time of distinction. The time of torment will not be turned away from the guilty people. O the Community of this appointed one, slacken not and grieve not, you will be on top if you are believers. It might be that you like something and it might prove harmful for you, and it might be that you dislike something and it might prove good for you. Allah knows all and you do not know. I was a hidden treasure and I desired to be known. The heavens and the earth were a solid mass and We split them asunder. They are given to mock you, saying: ‘Is this the one who has been raised by Allah?’ Say: I am but a human being like you. It is revealed to me that your God is One God and that all good is contained in the Qur’an. I have spent a whole lifetime among you before this; are you not well informed of my affairs? They say: ‘This is but imposture. ’ Say: The guidance of Allah is the true guidance, without any error, and take note, it is the party of Allah who will triumph. We have bestowed upon you a clear victory so that Allah might suppress all your past and future sins. Is Allah not sufficient for His creatures? Allah cleared him of all their allegations and he has a high standing with Allah. Allah will render their plan ineffective. And We shall make him a Sign for the people and an example of Our mercy. . . That was a matter decreed. This is the word of truth, which people doubt. Mercy flows from your lips, O Ahmad. We have bestowed abundance of verities, points of wisdom, and blessings upon you, and have granted you a pious progeny; then supplicate