The Descent of the Messiah — Page 166
THE DESCENT OF THE MESSIAH languages that the recipient does not comprehend. (7) The Di- vine revelation has a Divine pull. Initially, this attraction draws the recipient into the realm of seclusion and detachment, and eventually, its effect grows and influences the pious natures of his followers. Then, an entire world is drawn towards him, and many souls are dyed in his colour to the extent of their capacity. (8) True revelation delivers from mistakes, acts as an arbiter, and does not contradict any statement of the Holy Quran. (9) The prophecy of a true revelation is inherently true, though people may be mistaken in their understanding of it. (10) True revela- tion promotes piety and moral faculties, resulting in detachment from the world and repulsion against sin. (11) True revelation, being the Word of God, is supported by God's act, which often consists of great prophecies that come true. With the coming to- gether of word and act, rivers of certainty start to flow, and man, becoming detached from the lower life, acquires angelic traits. Of the categorical revelations that have been vouchsafed to this humble one, there is a part that is based on miracles and prophe- cies, and I will present some of these here as examples: 166