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lapse into disputes and conflicts. Against the dangers posed by chaos

and conflict, the truth must be stated clearly in the light of scientific

evidence. Regarding the origins of life, the facts have to be explained

explicitly. This can lead many materialists and evolutionists to turn to

their consciences and proceed towards the truth and the straight path.

While advocating measures against these threats, Bediüzzaman

also stresses some factors contributing to success. The first of these is

ingenuity, which plays an important role in the struggle with disbelief.

In this context the word "ingenuity" has various connotations. Making

known the precision in Allah's creation is among the most important

issues, so explicitness and simplicity of style as well as the use of

pictures in various publications are important and reveal the highly

refined taste of believers. Wisdom in oral explanations is also a

manifestation of artistry. Words, examples and effective usage of

one's language are essential to influence people. Contrary to

evolutionists, who employ highly complicated and ambiguous

terminology in describing the so-called "scientific" theory of evolution,

simplicity in language renders it possible for people to easily

understand faith related issues. The skillful conveyance mentioned by

Bediüzzaman is an attribute Allah grants to His sincere servants, and

their sincerity and honesty is manifested in the way they speak.

Identifying subjects that should be explained to people according to

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