Correspondence with Maulana Abul Lais Islahi Nadwi

Sadruddin Sahib was specifically assigned the task of commenting on your writings, as we considered him most suited for the job. Maulana Jalil Ahsan Sahib was also requested to correspond with you to help clarify the Jamaat’s perspective. And as you know, throughout this period, I have reviewed everything exchanged between you and Maulana Sadruddin Sahib. Despite this, I want to state clearly that I had decided some time ago to personally discuss this matter with you if efforts to satisfy you were unsuccessful. I even mentioned this to some colleagues. However, I’m uncertain if this opportunity remains after reading your letter. In any case, I desire that considering the points I have shared here, you reconsider your decision and, at the very least, postpone your resignation until you reach full clarity through personal study, research, and dialogue with scholars regarding your beliefs. Perhaps a point of agreement might emerge between us, which we sincerely hope for. However, if you insist on your decision, do inform me, and we will, albeit reluctantly, respect your choice. Yours sincerely, Abul Lais