ME AND MAULANA: A PERSONAL RECOLLECTION OF WAHIDUDDIN KHAN - John M. Butt

kafaya), but at the same time rendered Muslims accountable before Almighty Allah for their negligence in delivering the divine message to humanity; the job entrusted to them as a natural consequence of Khatm- e- Nabuwwat. A fair analysis shows that Maulana’s thought focuses on three aspects: External defense of Islam on the ideological front; Internal reform of Muslims (against degeneration) Reinterpretation and Re-application of broader principles contained in the primary texts to the modern conditions through the exercise of ijtihad. Maulana Wahiduddin Khan produced some excellent works that have left indelible marks on the intellect of literate society. Maulana’s thought, despite hurdles, has been enormously influential among reform-minded Muslims in shaping the minds of his fellow religionists. Interestingly many individuals and organizations have adopted his policy of peaceful struggle and positive thinking without acknowledgement. Now that he is not among us, it is for the succeeding generations of Muslim thinkers to stand upon his shoulders and look taller by adopting his suggestions to problems of Muslim Ummah. May Allah bless Maulana Wahiduddin Khan with appropriate rewards for his good deeds and grant him highest place in Jannah! Ameen! –Asstt Professor, Department of Islamic Studies BGSBU Rajouri, J&K [anjumdr@gmail.com]