ONE DAY

In Delhi, there is an Islamic institution called Madrasa Islamia Arabia Faizul Quran in the Mehrauli area. It was founded by Maulana Muhammad Talha and Maulana Bashir Ahmad Rashid Al-Amini in 1992. On July 24, 1994, its first religious educational gathering was held. The chief guest was Maulana Muhammad Siddiq Bandwi. At their invitation, I also attended this event.

Leaving Nizamuddin, we traveled through different parts of Delhi. As we reached Mehrauli, we saw the Qutub Minar, which stands tall and is visible from far away as the tallest structure in the area. The Qutub Minar was built in the 13th century by Qutb-ud-din Aibak. Records show that the Qutub Minar in Delhi still remains to honour his victories:

“The Qutub Minar in Delhi still stands to commemorate his victories.” (Encyclopedia Britannica, Vol. 8, p. 362)

However, as I observed it, I realized that this tower, with its towering height, symbolizes an even greater truth: success comes through action, not by birth.

Qutb-ud-din Aibak originally served Muhammad Ghori as a slave. However, because of his outstanding performance, he began to move up in ranks. After Sultan Muhammad Ghori’s assassination in 1206, he took over and, using his wise strategies, became the ruler of Delhi. Although his reign was short, he was badly injured during a game of horse polo and died in 1210.

The possibilities for success in this world are endless. Here, even an ordinary person can achieve the status of a king. The only requirement is that they wisely use their God-given abilities.