THE BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA

The Beginning of a New Era ~ 143 ~ THE BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA With the end of the 14th century Hijrah, a whole era of Islam has come to an end. With the beginning of the 15th century we are now on the threshold of a new era—and one of great promise, for we are fortunate in having around us all the circumstances most conducive to the creation of a new and great era of Islam. When the darkness of the night gives way to the light of the sun, it is nature’s silent way of announcing that one revolution of night and day is over and that with a fresh day, a fresh life is beginning, and that with the light of day, the wayfarer may take courage and hope to reach his destination. The morning sun sheds light on two views of life. One backward looking, one forward looking. One is of the opportunities left behind, while the other is of the opportunities still ahead, waiting to be seized. He who uses his opportunities well will surely be successful in life. In this world of trial and competition, however, opportunities appear as such only to those who are capable of availing of them. Fail to grasp them and you will