English book · The Error of Political Islam

A COMPARISON

English book, p. 536

By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan

not enough to fulfill the duty of testimony. It is also important that: “We demonstrate the principles we proclaim as true through our lives. The world should not only hear about their truth from our words but also see their virtues and blessings in our actions. They should experience the sweetness in our behavior, which stems from the sweetness of faith that enriches our morals and dealings. They should observe for themselves how this religion produces upright individuals, creates a just society, establishes a virtuous social order, nurtures a pure and refined culture, and encourages the growth of knowledge, literature, and arts in a sound way. They should witness the rise of an equitable, compassionate, and selfless economic system. Every aspect of individual and collective life should improve, become richer, and overflow with goodness. This testimony is fulfilled only when we, individually and collectively, become living examples of the truth of our beliefs. Our conduct should prove its authenticity; our homes should be fragrant with its scent; our shops and factories should shine with its light; our institutions and schools should be illuminated

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