and proofs demonstrating the truth of Islam. Likewise, when Islam becomes a stranger, those who adhere to it need evidence and proofs like those needed at its beginning. Allah said to him:

“Shall I seek a judge other than Allah, when it is He who has sent down to you the Book, explained in detail? Those to whom We gave the Scripture know that it has been sent down from your Lord in truth, so never be among the doubters.”

“The word of your Lord has been fulfilled in truth and justice. None can change His words, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.”

“If you obey most of those on earth, they will lead you away from Allah’s path. They follow nothing but conjecture and do nothing but guess.”

Allah Most High also said:

“Or do you think that most of them hear or understand? They are only like cattle; rather, they are even further astray.”

This estrangement may affect some of Islam’s prescribed teachings, and it may occur in certain places. In many places, some of its teachings are so little known that Islam becomes a stranger among the people there, recognized by only a few isolated individuals. Yet blessed is whoever holds fast to those teachings as Allah and His Messenger have commanded. Making them manifest, enjoining them, and reproving those who contravene them depends on one’s strength and the support available.

The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

“Whoever among you sees an evil, let him change it with his hand. If he is unable, then with his tongue; if he is unable, then with his heart