Jalsa Salana
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Ayesha Naseem Mirza, Walsall As summer approaches, the countdown for Jalsa Salana [Annual Convention] of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK begins to surround everyone, from regular attendees, volunteers, to those watching from home, with the feeling of immense excitement and enthusiasm. It is one of the most important events in the Community calendar and with
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Fatiha Nadeem, Bradford Unity. Love. Service. Such emotions and sentiments arise when attending the Jalsa Salana UK. By the grace of Allah, I had the blessed opportunity to attend this year’s Jalsa a few days ago and will try to summarise my experience. My family and I began our journey on Thursday morning from my
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Fatima Danayal, Epsom The start of Jalsa each year stands as a beacon of hope in a world awash with distractions, serving as an opportunity to rejuvenate one’s faith and spirituality. Its vibrant atmosphere, marked by colourful flags of the world and the enthusiasm of attendees, creates a truly uplifting experience. As this momentous occasion
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Jalsa Salana UK day one by Yusra Dahri
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Nooresahar Ahmad and Durdana Ahmed discuss Jalsa Salana, the annual convention of our Ahmadiyya Muslim Community event which is currently taking place in the UK. They talk about the role of hospitality, both in the wider context of how it is prioritised in Islam, and specifically the role it plays at Jalsa and how the
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Kholood Tahir, Morden South Every year, Jalsa Salana serves as a checkpoint for our personal growth and development. It offers a chance to retreat from society, immerse ourselves in a spiritual environment, worship our Lord, and rejuvenate our faith. As the Promised Messiah (upon whom be peace) stated, “The primary purpose of this Convention is
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Ayesha Naseem, Blackburn Every year, when Jalsa Salana (the Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community) approaches, those new to the idea are amazed to learn that the whole event is run by volunteers. After all, ensuring basic needs and facilities are accessible and are of the required standard due to the scale of the
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Iffat Mirza Rashid, Bentley I do not think I need to remind anyone just how much the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of society, community, and human interaction. That was the first time in my life that the Jalsa Salana UK (in its usual scale and format) was cancelled. Bad phone signals, muddy tracks, and
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Maleeha Mansur, Hayes For most, even the thought of going to one’s local grocery store whilst a few months expectant, with 2 children in tow would bring the greatest anxiety. Yet, the sight of a young mother with one child in her arms, one tugging on her leg and a third running up ahead is
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Dania Ahmed, Aldershot North For a whole year I wait impatiently for Jalsa. Many people around me wonder cluelessly, as to the reason why I am so excited; if only they knew the wonder I was awaiting. Jalsa Salana, a gathering for Ahmadi Muslims from all around the world For a few days, all my
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