The Book of Life

hand, individuals like Aamir Subhani turned their attention away from others, relied on their own efforts, and focused on developing their personal abilities. If we look at practical results, the leaders’ approach has proved entirely fruitless for the Muslim community. Not even one percent of positive benefit has come from this path. In contrast, those who followed the path of Aamir Subhani have always succeeded. Their efforts have always brought positive results. These two examples make it clear what Muslims in this country should do. They must completely give up the path shown by their leaders and fully adopt the path of “Aamir Subhani.” This is the only way by which Muslims can reach success. PATIENCE WINS HEARTS M aulana Ikramuddin Qasmi (born in 1938) was from Dumrawan in the Bhagalpur district of Bihar. In a meeting on 7 February 1990, he shared some personal experiences that carry an important lesson. One such incident took place in 1966. Maulana Ikramuddin crossed the Ganga River by steamer. From there, he boarded a passenger train at Barari railway station, heading to Bhagalpur. The train was crowded. On one seat, there was an old Dalda tin being used to carry Ganga water. He moved the tin aside and sat down.