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Attain Excellence

English book, p. 141

By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan

Attain Excellence However, as I observed it, I realized that this tower, with its towering height, symbolizes an even greater truth: success comes through action, not by birth. Qutb-ud-din Aibak originally served Muhammad Ghori as a slave. However, because of his outstanding performance, he began to move up in ranks. After Sultan Muhammad Ghori’s assassination in 1206, he took over and, using his wise strategies, became the ruler of Delhi. Although his reign was short, he was badly injured during a game of horse polo and died in 1210. The possibilities for success in this world are endless. Here, even an ordinary person can achieve the status of a king. The only requirement is that they wisely use their Godgiven abilities. ATTAIN EXCELLENCE On March 25, 1992, in Melbourne, the final match of the Cricket World Cup took place. Pakistan defeated England and won the World Cup. This remarkable achievement was accomplished under the leadership of its captain, Imran Khan. Subsequently, a flood of congratulatory messages poured in for Imran Khan, not only from Pakistan but from around the world. The Times of India (March 26) featured the headline: Pakistan rule the world with a flawless display.

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