The Turkish Peace — Page 30
Hazrat Mirza Bashir-ud-Din Mahmud Ahmad 30 consequences themselves. These are the words of a Hindu, rather those of an Arya Samajist, who seeks to awaken the Muslims from their slumber. The state of the Muslims has declined to such an extent that even their religious enemies have now begun to take pity on them and seek to rouse them awake. Much of our time has been wasted and very little is left. Further complacency will leave scarce hope for improvement. As long as people see Islam as an inhumane [religion] and a virus on the world, it is futile to expect any justice from the West. Until other nations, and in particular the Americans come to an agreement with the British, one cannot expect the voice of Britain to prevail. The British cannot act alone and are in need of support. Since this cause belongs to the Muslims, the onus is on them to win the backing of the British and to introduce their people to Islam. As I have mentioned above, the propagation of Islam is a religious duty, a weighty responsibility and an intimate covenant the Muslims have made with God and His Messenger. However, they have neglected this obligation. Whatever negligence they may have thus far shown towards this injunction, they need to now take heed for the sake of their honour and survival. All other measures are temporary, while this alone