The Error of Political Islam

DISCUSSION AND CORRESPONDENCE favour contradicts clear evidence from the Quran and Hadith, for which you have no answer, you would still cling to your view, claiming that your heart is assured. Just as intellect can be deceiving, so too can the heart often lead people astray.” Yet, he persisted in his belief, insisting that the heart’s assurance is sufficient to confirm one is on the right path. Third Phase: Formal Correspondence This is a brief account of my individual discussions with senior members of the Jamaat regarding my ideas, which continued for two full years. Eventually, I concluded that such discussions were not going to yield any fruitful outcome. I decided to seek the final and definitive response of the Jamaat on this matter. Consequently, I sent a copy of my written work to the Amir (leader) of Jamaat-e-Islami Hind, Maulana Abul Lais Nadwi (1913-1990), along with a letter dated April 1, 1962. The content of the letter was as follows: “With this letter, I am sending a copy of my written work. My purpose in sending it to you is to present to you, as the responsible leader of Jamaat-e-Islami, the ideas that have led me to experience severe dissatisfaction with the Jamaat. I would like to receive a clear response from you on these matters, so I can make a final decision regarding my association with the Jamaat.