minerals which are useful for mankind, remain intact. These are the events of nature through which God shows symbolically what principles He has laid down for success or failure in life. One principle is

The individual who has lost his capacity to benefit others has no place in this world created by God. Living for one’s own self is against the scheme of nature. A person ought whenever necessary, to

has full faith in God, never falls a prey to frustration. In all situations, he is convinced that God will certainly come to his rescue. Such a person remains fully convinced that God will certainly come

left, I said two units of prayer. When I raised my hands in prayer, these words came to my lips: “O God, turn this incident into a lesson for us. Do not make it a loss for us.” Man ought, of course, to

shot from a bow, never to return. Instead of weeping and wailing over the loss, one should pray to God to save one from its evil consequences.

indication that it is God’s will that there should be some who should yield to others. It is in the nature of a divine commandment, and compliance with it is for the sake of God and no one else. One who

irksomely pressing his claims may be, is following in the Angels’ footsteps, for, when commanded by God, they did not hesitate to bow before Adam. In sharp contrast is the individual who is so full of his

to bow before Adam. There is no point in such a person prostrating himself before God in the hopes of salvation, for God will only look with favour upon his obeisance, if he is equally earnest in bowing

this duty is, in fact, a kind of reminder that all one has is in trust for God. Man should, therefore, hold nothing back from God. To whatever one may amass in one’s lifetime, one’s own personal contribution

to make things grow. Nor could he set up any industries, or carry out any other such enterprise. If God were to withdraw anyone of His material blessings, all our plans would go awry, and all our efforts

the universe, he will certainly find God. He will certainly learn the reality that in the present universe the only right attitude for him is one of obedience to God. Those who are insolent or arrogant

arrogant have no place in this world of God. The creation is an introduction to the Creator, if there is creation there must be a Creator. Creation gives glimpses of the Creator to the observer.

this duty is, in fact, a kind of reminder that all one has is in trust for God. Man should, therefore, hold nothing back from God. To whatever one may amass in one’s lifetime, one’s own personal contribution

to make things grow. Nor could he set up any industries, or carry out any other such enterprise. If God were to withdraw anyone of His material blessings, all our plans would go awry, and all our efforts

parts that they used were produced. The fact that it keeps good time is enough to attract everybody. God’s religion is much the same sort of clock-tower, constructed for man’s guidance; yet people fail to

only be one reason for this; people are serious in wanting to know the time, but not the word of God. God’s religion is connected with the next life, while a clock-tower is a thing of this world. The clock

success. True submission to God does not mean just acknowledging His existence. It involves total attachment to Him. It is an inward state with an outward form. Discovery of God is an event of incomparable

God on such a profound level that He permeates their beings and becomes the focal point of their emotions. Where unbelievers are arrogant, believers bow in humility. Where unbelievers are contemptuous

seek revenge. God’s Envoy Those who are bathed in the light of God are fit to preach the word of God. Whatever they say comes from Him. Thus, it becomes possible for them to sing God’s eternal praises

praises on earth. Yet man does not take heed. His heart remains sealed. Preaching God’s word is not like playing a record. One can only preach when one has experienced something like a volcanic eruption within

others, he should do so in the knowledge that they have a rightful share in his wealth, for this is as God has ordained. He is doing no more than giving others their due. But when he gives, he can feel reassured

Maker on the Day of Judgement. In giving to others, he knows for certain that he will not be denied by God at the Last Reckoning. Zakat gives a clear indication of what one’s responsibilities to others should

brings the realization that all of one’s possessions are gifts from God and makes one more keenly aware of the virtues of devotion to God. In the light of such awareness, one cannot remain insensitive to

planning on the part of God. Apparently, it is an initial announcement of the end of human history. ‘The appearance of Noah’s Ark is a part of great planning on the part of God. Apparently, it is an initial