Spirit of Islam · FALSE PRIDE

FALSE PRIDE

Spirit of Islam, Feb 2016, p. 33

By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan is named as the default author of the periodical; a piece that carries another writer’s byline is credited to that writer.

of the Companions. This heroic group created the history of Islam. Historian M N Roy in his book Historical Role of Islam has acknowledged their contributions in these glorious words: “The expansion of Islam is the most miraculous of all miracles.” Muslims of later generations reading these histories develop false pride and focus on the victories that accompanied the expansion of Islam, but ignore the sacrifice. o ‘As It Is’ Thinking If a matter goes against us, we tend to play it down, and if it is in our favour, we make too much of it. This is insincerity. One must think as it is and speak as it is. Speak With Caution Never repeat or spread any information unless convinced of its authenticity. Maintain silence and investigate the truth of the matter before deciding to publicize it.

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