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38 HADRAT MIRZA GHULAM AHMADAS this cause as far as it may be possible for them. Proposals will be entertained only from those who would be ready to offer financial help. When writing down their proposals, everyone should clearly mention the name of the scholar who shall be assigned this crucial task of writing. Some people might be of the view that a number of schol- ars should attend to this task and accomplish it with a concerted effort. However, this will not be prudent. A melange of writings in such matters is harmful, more often than not it ends up in con- troversy and hostility. Nevertheless, one who is truly competent and knowledgeable can himself find assistants if need be. The committee cannot entertain this proposal, since such an authori- tative measure would result in many evils. Unless and until a sin- gle person is appointed in charge of this task, it cannot be success- fully accomplished. Of course, the responsible person can seek help from others in order to gather material as much as he deems proper in keeping with his intent and style of writing. He may appoint staff for this purpose. These points are worth pondering over. What I fear most is that this paper, written with utmost effort and care, might be thrown away with indifference, or being hastily judged, it is thrown into waste baskets. Therefore, I, like a desperate person who castes around for help, put my revered addressees—who on account of their honour, glory and high resolve are the pride of Islam-under the oath of the Honourable and Glorious God, an oath that was never violated by the Prophets, peace be upon them, and must ask them to send me their view that arises purely from their love of faith. Even if, for want of time they can write down only a few lines, they are requested, after reading this article, to