Sikhism And Polytheism
Imam Ameen Ahsan Islahi writes: “… Whichever sects exist within Hindus, they are either worshipers of these gods and goddesses, or are influenced by the Geeta and Pathanjali. Some groups appear to be different, but these differences are on the surface only. There is no difference in their substance and reality. Only two sects hold distinct features. One is the Arya Samajis and the other the Sikhs. Both have been influenced by Islam and have come somewhat close to the concept of tawhid. However, this closeness has been created as a result of defensive measures. This is why, in spite of their closeness, they remain far from Islam. The founders of these sects thought that it would be difficult to worship idols while fighting with Muslims. Thus, they gave up praying to their idols and accepted a reform, which, in their minds, brought them closer to rationality and the belief of the times. They thought that they could not combat the Muslims. This is why they possess the most enmity of all sects against Muslims from the very beginning, although, being closer to the latter in their principal belief, they should have feelings of love towards them. Whatever the reason for accepting this reform, it is an important one and they have come closer to the basic teachings of Islam. It is now easier to communicate tawhid and its requirements to them, provided truth comes to them through the right path . This is the situation in India. All common people and elites are involved in such polytheistic beliefs. The Unitarianism, which in itself is a major issue, of Geeta rules over the best minds. The best feature of Aryas and Sikhs is that they deny idol worship but our readers who have noted the earlier discussion are aware that they need to cover many milestones to reach true tawhid “… Source : http://www.monthly-renaissance.com/issue/content.aspx?id=38617 '> Essence of Polytheism (6)