Ancient Polytheism, Modern Polytheism
English book, p. 37
By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan
ANCIENT POLYTHEISM, MODERN POLYTHEISM Man has embraced the blessings while forsaking the Bestower. Abandoning the Creator-centered perspective, they have adopted that of creation. T he world today presents two paths for humanity— the straight path and the path of deviation (16:9). The straight path is when an individual gives the Creator a central position in their life, making God their sole concern. The path of deviation is when a person becomes preoccupied with the creation, planning their entire life solely based on worldly matters. The first path is known as monotheism, while the second path is known as polytheism. Our universe comprises only two elements—the Creator and the creation. The religious term for the Creator one’s sole concern is monotheism, whereas the religious term for considering created beings one’s everything is polytheism. Throughout human history, God’s messengers have come in every age, guiding people towards right and wrong. Every prophet had the same mission—to call

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