Category: Allah

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

Earth Day 2024: Islamic Perspective on Environmental Stewardship 

Natalia Jan, Hounslow South  In recent years, the need to safeguard the planet has surged as one of the most talked about issues amongst politicians, academics, activists, the media and the public. People across the world are demanding that we take action against the existential threats of climate change and global warming.  Earth Day serves as a poignant reminder of our responsibility to preserve … Read More Earth Day 2024: Islamic Perspective on Environmental Stewardship 

Ramadan: A Highlight in our Spiritual Journey

Dr Qurratul-Ain Rehman, London We have just gone through a month of fasting in Ramadan which is, as we all know, much more than just refraining from eating and drinking. Ramadan is the month of generosity, alms and charity. The Holy Prophet (peace and blessings be on him) used to give charity “like the fast wind” in the month of Ramadan, as his wife, Hazrat Aisha … Read More Ramadan: A Highlight in our Spiritual Journey

Podcast – Optimism and Faith

Iffat Mirza and Bareera Ghaffar talk about how even when faced with horrendous circumstances Islam encourages believers to remain optimistic, rooted in the Quranic principles of hope, faith, and trust in Allah. An optimism intricately tied to the proactive engagement of individuals in fostering personal betterment and ethical conduct.

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 – Pathways to Peace: Who Is Leading The Way?

Under the banner of Voices For Peace, Podcast 15 features Iffat Mirza and Danila Jonnud discussing the importance of advocating for peace in our unsettled world.

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!

Noah’s Son

Yusra Dahri, Tilford I imagine Noah’s son On his treacherous mountain walk Climbing, craving, clinging to rock Until his hands are ripped up and raw. The old part of me, desperate to be strong Can almost hear his thoughts Shaking his head at his father Not trusting him at all: (Why get on a wooden boat When wood is crushed by rock? The mountain … Read More Noah’s Son

Podcast – Khilafat: Empowering Lajna Since 1922

This episode of British Muslim Women’s podcast begins by marking the 57th Jalsa Salana or annual convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK as Dur-e-Shewar Anwar and Shumaila Iftikhar get together to discuss how Ahmadiyya Khilafat has empowered Lajna since its inception in 1922, ever encouraging them to take ownership of their faith and recognise the monumental role they can play.

Purpose: How the Holy Qur’an Quelled a Personal Crisis

Yusra Dahri, Tilford My teenage years revolved mostly around one, self-absorbed question: what is my purpose? Now, as a Muslim I knew that my purpose was to worship Allah, but unfortunately I was too absorbed into Western individualism to properly accept this answer. Surely that couldn’t be all?  I wanted to have an additional cool, special, custom-made purpose. Something that I, and only I, … Read More Purpose: How the Holy Qur’an Quelled a Personal Crisis

Lajna: A Recognition of Women’s Potential

Iffat Mirza, Cambridge The future tense is such a beautiful thing that we have in many languages. There is no greater affirmation that being told you can and will do something. The promise of being able to use your abilities to achieve, create, learn, teach etc is a precious thing to recognise in ourselves, others, and our communities. But it is also something that … Read More Lajna: A Recognition of Women’s Potential