Category: Ahmadiyya

Khilafat – Our Peace and Guidance

Ayesha Naseem, Blackburn In a time of great unease in the world, fear and a degree of pessimism could easily take over one’s mind, making them worry for the future. At that point, it is very human to want to look for support, security, and comfort. For believers in God, that peace and that solace is to be sought from God Almighty. Fervent prayers … Read More Khilafat – Our Peace and Guidance

The Revealed Prophecy of a Promised Reformer (Musleh Maud)

In his Friday sermon delivered on 18 February 2011 His Holiness Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the fifth Caliph/Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community said that the Promised Messiah (on whom be peace) had prophesied that God will grant him a son who will be the Promised Reformer and will have many qualities. However, this prophecy was preceded by the prophecy of the Holy Prophet (peace … Read More The Revealed Prophecy of a Promised Reformer (Musleh Maud)

Podcast – Living Through Historical Times

Our podcast 14 is the first podcast we have made against the backdrop of #voicesforpeace, a global campaign launched three months ago by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community to bring an end to the war in Gaza and establish peace. Ayesha Naseem and Dur-e-Shewar Anwar discuss living through the historical times of the conflict while being part of writing and documenting the history of these … Read More Podcast – Living Through Historical Times

Embracing Spiritual Resolutions in the New Year

Dr Qurratul-Ain Rehman, London It is in our nature to look forward to the future and to wish and hope for something better for ourselves, our families and the world at the start of the New Year. There is also an element of self-reflection on our failings and achievements over the past year and we may make New Year’s resolutions. The most popular resolutions … Read More Embracing Spiritual Resolutions in the New Year

Dear Sister…You’ve got mail!

To celebrate Lajna Ima’illah’s Centenary, Lajna UK has created 19 different postcards to help Lajna members to immerse themselves in their history. These postcards are semi-fictional. Whilst they are based upon real events, locations and time periods, the letters themselves were written by current Lajna members. We handed out these postcards during Jalsa Salana UK 2023, but we hope you enjoy this online version … Read More Dear Sister…You’ve got mail!

Knowledge at the Ijtema: Working towards a Utopia 

Iffat Mirza, Raynes Park The value of knowledge cannot be underestimated in the Islamic faith. In chapter 67, verse 4-5 of the Holy Qur’an it is written: ‘No incongruity canst thou see in the creation of the Gracious God. Then look again. Seest thou any flaw? Aye, look again, and yet again, your sight will only return to you frustrated and fatigued. (67:4-5)  Islam … Read More Knowledge at the Ijtema: Working towards a Utopia 

Fostering Excellence Through Lajna Ima’illah Ijtemas 

Kholood Tahir, London  In the realm of human achievement, across various fields, the pursuit of excellence has always been a driving force. Just as the Olympics brings together athletes from around the world to compete and showcase their skills, members of the auxiliary organisations of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community including Nasirat ul Ahmadiyya (girls) and Lajna Ima’illah (women), are well acquainted with their own … Read More Fostering Excellence Through Lajna Ima’illah Ijtemas 

Hand in Hand at National Ijtema 

Maleeha Mansur, Hayes  “Allah has made you brethren one to another, so be not divided. An Arab has no preference over a non-Arab, nor a non-Arab over an Arab; nor is a white one to be preferred to a dark one, nor a dark one to a white one.” (The Holy Prophet – peace and blessings of Allah be upon him)i   This is certainly the … Read More Hand in Hand at National Ijtema 

Voices of Ijtema

Sameea Jonnud and Lajna and Nasirat members   Lajna Ijtema has been a constant annual event in the lives of Ahmadi Muslim Women over the years. My own memories are varied, covering many aspects of Ijtema; standing on the stage in competition, excitement at receiving a prize for Nasirat team quiz, watching my daughters take part and volunteering in different departments over the years. Above … Read More Voices of Ijtema

Reflections on Day 3 of Jalsa

Reflections of guests and volunteers of Jalsa UK, compiled by Sameea Jonnud Months of preparations, thousands of workers and tens of thousands of guests have played their part in Jalsa Salana 2023. This Jalsa was special as it was the first international one since 2019 and particularly for Lajna as it fell during the centenary year of the auxiliary. Yesterday’s address to Lajna by … Read More Reflections on Day 3 of Jalsa

Inspirational Day 2 of Jalsa Salana

Unaizah Ahmad, Inner Park With the preparations completed, duty holders were diligently engaged in their work, ladies  spent the morning queuing up for entrance to the main Marquee and many have gave husbands babysitting duties for the day. A more-than-usual jubilant atmosphere took over the Ladies Jalsa Gah and faces were adorned with broader smiles. All gave away that it was the second day … Read More Inspirational Day 2 of Jalsa Salana

Jalsa Day 1: An Inspiring Commencement

Cemal Inam, Thornton Heath So, the blessed three-day journey has begun and what a start it has been. Despite the mud and the expected rain, Lajna Ima’illah are braving the conditions at Hadeeqatul Madhi to start the weekend, serving the guests of the Promised Messiah (peace be upon him). Many who have attended Jalsa Salana before are likely to be familiar with the proceedings … Read More Jalsa Day 1: An Inspiring Commencement