Category: Faith

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

What It Meant To Be Insignificant

Iffat Mirza, Cambridge This last Ramadan I had invited some old school friends to break our fast together and have dinner. As we discussed our plans for the rest of the year, events that we had looked forward to for months, tickets bought a year ago, or celebrations coming up, one issue kept coming up: ‘I don’t feel right about it…how can I be … Read More What It Meant To Be Insignificant

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.

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.

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

The Letter Home

Yusra Dahri, Tilford It’s cold and I want to go home.I’m writing this letter because I’m desperate.Everyone on this street calls me crazy. They say there’s no home to go back to,That I came from nowhere.If my house really existedI should remember the address.I should know where to sendThis thin letter– and I don’t. I don’t. But the feeling of home never left me.I … Read More The Letter Home

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

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