Man’s Position in the Universe
English book, p. 36
By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan
to him and how he should use this freedom, and act accordingly. This discovery makes man aware of the proper use of the freedom he enjoys. The right and wrong use of human freedom is not a mystery. Any person, if he is sincere, can discover this fact. But, to discover any truth, the seriousness of purpose is necessary. Therefore, seriousness is also required to find out this law of freedom. The person who reflects on this question with seriousness will discover a criterion inside every person for distinguishing between right and wrong present in him by birth. With his natural awareness, every person can know which action is right and which is not. This criterion is called ‘the conscience’. Another name for it is ‘common sense’. In this way, man can learn what to do and what not to do by listening to the voice of his conscience. It is as if every person’s conscience is his guide for him. Inside every person, this warner is present. Experience tells us that this element is never inactive. It never allows

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