Testimony of the Holy Quran — Page 116
T E S T I MON Y OF T HE HOLY Q U R AN 116 never possess the strength to challenge the whole world on his own. So what was it, if not my perfect certainty and personal experiences that gave this humble one the courage to embark on this challenge? And it was not just done orally, but nearly 2,000 rupees were spent on printing leaflets, which were published in English and Urdu, and in dispatching them throughout India and the countries of Europe by registered post. But no one dared to confront me in a contest. Indeed, it was a Sign in itself that the opponents were awestruck. You can confirm this by asking any of the present-day priests whether or not he has received a registered letter inviting him to Islam. So, think about it. Can reason suggest that someone who relies only on lying, falsehood, and fabrication can spend thousands of rupees solely on publishing leaflets and dispatching them, and offer a hefty sum to the opponents as prize money in case of their victory. Has anyone, to date, ever read about such an impostor in books, or heard of one or seen one? If so, pray furnish a precedent. Dear friends! Know well that unless God is with someone, he can never demonstrate such steadfastness, valour, and financial generosity. Has anyone ever seen or heard of a present-day maulaw i who wrote a letter even to a British Assistant Commissioner, inviting him towards Islam? For my part, not just this but I have also sent announcements and letters—whose receipts are still available—to the English Parliament in London, the Crown Prince of the respected Queen [of England], and Prince Bismarck [of Germany], inviting them to Islam. Published nearly ten years ago, these announcements also recorded that this humble one resembles the Messiah, son