Spirit of Islam · THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE UNIVERSE JOURNEY TOWARDS GOD-REALIZATION

THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE UNIVERSE JOURNEY TOWARDS GOD-REALIZATION

Spirit of Islam, March-April 2025, p. 25

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.

T he power of peace surpasses the power of violence. Those who fail to recognize this truth resort to violent actions to achieve their goals, exposing their own foolishness. Peace is the path of wisdom, while violence is the path of the foolish. Peace is a source of strength, while violence is a sign of weakness. Peace and war are not merely two equally effective approaches to achieving goals. They represent two distinct standards of humanity. Adopting the path of peace elevates humanity, while choosing violence lowers it. In moments of crisis, choosing peace cultivates positive thinking, raises moral standards, and leads to personal growth. It demonstrates humanity. Conversely, opting for violence descends one into perdition, revealing their true nature. Inclinations towards peace or violence reveal a person’s true character. Peace demonstrates humanity, while violence reveals animality, despite outward appearances. Peaceful behaviour signifies self-control, a great strength that prevents negative THE POWER OF PEACE TOWARDS GLOBAL PEACE We often talk of peace in the context of war. But this is a very narrow and restricted notion of peace. Peace is deeply linked with the entirety of human life. Peace is a complete ideology in itself. Peace is the only religion for both—man and the universe. It is the master-key that opens the doors to every success. Peace creates a favourable atmosphere for success in every endeavour. Without peace, no positive action—small or big—is possible.

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