Barahin-e-Ahmadiyya-Parts1-2

Part two
People’s curses are easy to bear;
The real curse is that which falls from the
Gracious God.
Having set down all the essential points, it seems appropriate to
conclude this preface by enumerating the various advantages that
are to be gained from studying this book, so that those who hold
the truth dear may have glad tidings of their spiritual Beloved and
those who crave righteousness will find the path to their heart’s
desire. These advantages are of six kinds as explained below:
The first advantage in this book is that it is not deficient in
discussing the essentials of faith. Rather, it comprises all the verities
upon which these principles are based, and all the lofty truths
that are collectively described as ‘Islam.’
This means that the readers shall acquire a comprehensive
understanding of the essentials of Islam and become immune to
the ploys of impostors and deceivers. Rather, they will become
excellent teachers and astute guides for others.
The second advantage is that this book contains 300 strong
and compelling arguments in support of the truth and principles
of Islam. The truth of this faith will become evident to every seeker
after truth, except, of course, those who are completely blinded by
prejudice and dwell in its darkness.
The third advantage is that this book responds to all the
doubts and misgivings caused by our opponents, be they Jews,
Christians, Zoroastrians, Aryah Samajists, Brahmu Samajists, idol
worshippers, atheists, naturalists, freethinkers or agnostics.
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