Building Life

and practical shortcomings to such an extent that their progress itself becomes a strong competitor to others. This is the only viable path to success in this world. As for the current style of protest politics and agitation-based demands, Muslims will gain nothing from them—even if such protests continue for another hundred years. These protests are not directed against human beings; they are, in effect, directed against the Creator of nature. And who can ever succeed by opposing the Creator of nature? LAW OF NATURE William Penn was born in London in 1644 and died in 1718. A great advocate of religious tolerance, he participated in both religion and politics. One of his sayings is as follows: “Let the people think they govern, and they will be governed.” William Penn said this based on his study of history. But this is not something related only to history; it is, in fact, a universal law of nature. It is established by God himself according to His creation plan. This natural law set by the Almighty God has been described in these words in the Quran: We alternate these days among humanity. (3:140) By days here is meant the day of victory and defeat, of domination and subjugation. In this world, just as everything else is for the test, so is political power. That is why it is