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156 Barahin-e-ahmadiyya
Not only have their objections been thoroughly refuted, but
the very points that the ignorant critics found objectionable, have
been presented as evidence of the Holy Quran’s superiority over
other scriptures. And this superiority, too, has been proven so
conclusively as to turn the tables right upon the critics. Moreover,
it does not confine itself merely to responding to the objections;
rather, it demonstrates that the matters, which the ignorant critic
considers to be objectionable, are, in reality, such that they prove
the superiority of the teachings of the Holy Quran over other
scriptures. This superiority has been established with such cogent
arguments that the critic himself turns into the object of criticism.
The fourth advantage is that, as against the principles of
Islam, the principles of other faiths have also been thoroughly
and rationally scrutinized and all their false doctrines and creeds
have been shown in stark contrast to the true principles of the
Holy Quran. The beauty of a precious gem, after all, is all the more
appreciated when set in contrast.
The fifth advantage in this book is that, those who read this
book will become cognizant of the truths and subtleties of the
Holy Quran. Furthermore, the wisdom and deep insight of the
Holy Book [Quran]—whose illuminating radiance is the source
of Islam’s light—shall become evident to all. For, all the arguments
and truths that are recorded herein have been derived from
the sublime verses of the Holy Quran itself. I have not given any
rational arguments other than those presented by God Himself in
His own Word. It is in this manner that almost twelve parts of the
Holy Quran have been quoted in this book; hence, it may aptly
be called a comprehensive commentary upon the subtleties, verities,
profound secrets, wise principles, and sublime philosophy of