Faith
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Fatiha Nadeem and Saba Anwar reflect over the theme of this year’s Lajna UK National Ijtema, “And hold fast, all together, by the rope of Allah”. They discuss that just as a drowning man grasps a rope to be saved, we hold onto the rope of Allah in this world full of distractions. We also
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What really holds us together in a world designed to pull us apart? Saira Bhatti, Slough We live in an era of infinite connection – notifications, followers, viral trends – and yet never before have so many of us felt so… untethered. The rope that binds isn’t likes or retweets. It’s not an algorithm. It’s a lifeline you can’t see. A rope of faith. The Quran gives the blueprint in one verse: “And hold
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Iffat Mirza Rashid, Alton There are two days of the year that bring me a small spark of joy. I never know exactly when they’ll be, and there’s no way of knowing where I’ll be when I realise today is that day. These are the days of the year when I see the first conker and when I see the first butterfly, because to me they signal the moment
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Fatiha Nadeem, Bradford September arrives quietly. The air shifts, the days shorten, and the rhythm of life begins to change. For many, it’s the start of a new academic year – whether it be school, college or university. For others, it’s a return to rigid routines after the looseness of summer. But, in reality, September
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International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief Bareera Ghaffar, Nottingham The right to religion. The right to practice as one chooses, is a human right. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights in articles 18,19 and 20 depicts how people across the world have a freedom of religion, expression
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Fatiha Nadeem, Bradford This year, Jalsa was bound to be different as it was my first Jalsa unaccompanied by my mother or grandmother. In fact, for many, an experience is not the same if the people around are different – as was the case for me. However, I knew it would be different and there
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Ayela Noor (aged 15), Fleet As soon as I enter, I am immediately greeted with smiles. Jalsa has a very positive, friendly environment that makes me feel welcome. I start the day walking around the site, and I see people of all different backgrounds, united by one thing. Islam. It’s beautiful and so inspirational to
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Sixth Form students Fatiha Nadeem and Saba Anwar reflect on how our perception of Jalsa Salana evolves over time, they explore the spiritual atmosphere and global sisterhood at Jalsa and discuss how we can learn and improve spiritually. They share personal turning points, and finally, consider how we can prepare our hearts to truly benefit
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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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Today we celebrate Eid ul Adha, also known as the Eid of sacrifices. The concept of sacrifice in Islam related to Eid ul Adha stems from the forefather of the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be on him), namely Prophet Abraham (peace be on him). To give some perspective to the incident of
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