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Why are ideas considered powerful?

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Surely wealth, prosperity and military capability are more important?
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Masters in Education from Nottingham University in the UK. Also studied Masters in Islamic Studies and Islamic Banking & Finance. Political activist with interests in Geopolitics, History and Phil ...
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The Egyptian Pharaoh was very powerful, prosperous and influential. But Musa (as) had revelation which laid the foundations for civilized society. Whose influence has endured?

King Herod had a mighty army, but few remember him. On the other hand, Isa (as) brought wisdom that transformed people then, after him and continues to do so to this day.

Muhammed (saw) brought Islam challenging a powerful, wealthy and reputable Quraysh - his ideas have changed history and a third of humanity. What has Quraysh left behind?

Famous personalities, their wealth and power come and go but substantive ideas are the most powerful force, they endure.


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