Seventh Means — Essence of Islam Vol. 2

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Introduction

In this discourse from Essence of Islam (Volume 2), Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (AS), the Promised Messiah and Mahdi, expounds upon Seventh Means, presenting profound spiritual insights and scriptural verities.

Book Series: Essence of Islam (Volume 2)
Author: Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad of Qadian (AS)
Section: Part 18: The Purpose of Creation
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It means that the man of God dedicates his life in the path of God and, in return, earns the pleasure of Allah. These are the people who receive the special mercy of Allah. In short, this indeed is the spirit of the steadfastness which we have described and which leads to the God. Let him who wills, grasp this point. The seventh means of achieving the purpose of life is keeping company with the righteous and to follow their example. One of the needs of the advent of Prophets is that man naturally seeks a perfect example, for it fosters eagerness and resolve. He who does not follow a good example becomes slothful and goes astray. This is indicated by Allah the Glorious in the verses: 252 253

Keep company with the righteous, and adopt the path of those on whom Allah’s favours have been bestowed before you.
[Essence of Islam, Vol. 2]
[Essence of Islam, Vol. 2, p. 469]

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