This Week in History A selection from the first 15 blessed years of Khilafat-e-Khamisa

17 March

17 March 2004: On this day, during his tour of Ghana, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa granted audiences to the local missionaries and to the doctors and teachers serving under the Nusrat Jehan Scheme. Huzooraa also granted audiences to 110 circuit missionaries with respect to their regions. Moreover, the vice president of Ghana also had a meeting with Huzooraa.

17 March 2018: Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa delivered the keynote address at the 15th National Peace Symposium hosted by Jamaat-eAhmadiyya UK at the Baitul Futuh Mosque in London with an audience of more than 900 people from 31 countries, including 570 nonAhmadi guests comprising ministers, ambassadors, members of parliament, and various other dignitaries.

Addressing the audience, Huzooraa said that as long as adequate steps towards establishing peace are not taken by the major nations of the world, it is the duty of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat to continue calling the world to this noble cause and to never give up.

During the event, Huzooraa also granted the Ahmadiyya Muslim Prize for the

Advancement of Peace to Ms Angelina Alekseeva, the representative of Dr Leonid Roshal, a noted paediatrician from Moscow, Russia, and chairman of the International Charity Fund to Help Children in Disasters and Wars, in recognition of his outstanding medical and humanitarian services.

18 March

18 March 2004: On this day, during his tour of Ghana, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa graced the opening session of Jalsa Salana Ghana. It was the first time an address by any Khalifatul Masih was broadcast live on MTA from Ghana. The president of Ghana was also present on the stage.

18 March 2011: During his Friday Sermon on this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa mentioned Rana Zafrullah Sahib of Sanghar, Pakistan, who had been martyred there. He was serving as the qaid majlis and secretary maal.

19 - 20 March

19 March 2016: On this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa delivered the keynote address at the 13th National Peace Symposium of Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya UK, held at the Baitul Futuh Mosque in London. It was attended by more than 900 delegates from 26 countries, including 17 parliamentarians, a number of diplomats, and faith and civic leaders.

Huzooraa also granted the Ahmadiyya Muslim Prize for the Advancement of Peace to Ms Hadeel Qassim in recognition of her outstanding efforts to personally alleviate the suffering of thousands of refugee children stranded in dangerous and inhospitable camps in the Middle East.

During his keynote address, Huzooraa spoke of the fundamental need for justice and equity at all levels of society in order for genuine and long-lasting peace to be established.

20 March 2004: On this day, during his tour of Ghana, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa visited the Ashanti region of the country, visited various institutions of the Jamaat, and granted audiences to the local Ahmadis. Moreover, Huzooraa visited the Ahmadiyya Hospital in Asokore, and then departed for Kumasi, where Huzooraa visited the mission house. When Huzooraa stood on the balcony on the third floor of the mosque, thousands of Ahmadis were present outside the building, reciting taranahs and waving their hands, showing their love for Hazrat Khalifatul Masihaa

20 March 2015: At the occurrence of the solar eclipse on this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa led the salat al-kusuf (eclipse prayer) at the Fazl Mosque in London, during the period of the solar eclipse.

Following the prayers, Huzooraa delivered a short sermon in which he narrated the sayings of the Holy Prophetsa in relation to the significance of eclipses.

Huzooraa said that in today’s world, people consider an eclipse to be a mere spectacle and travel great distances for a good view of the eclipse. Believers, on the other hand, turn to God in prayer, remembering Him and seeking forgiveness from Him.

Later in the day, during his Friday Sermon, Huzooraa said that according to the sayings of the Holy Prophetsa, the occurrence of a solar and lunar eclipse was prophesied as a sign of the coming of the Promised Messiahas It was fulfilled during the lifetime of the Promised Messiahas

21 -22 March

21 March 2004: On this day, during his tour of Ghana, a meeting took place between Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa and the biggest king of the Ashanti region, Asante Hene, at his palace.

22 March 2004: On this day, during his tour of Ghana, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa visited the Ahmadiyya Hospital in Techiman, and also visited various places, including mosques, schools, and mission houses in the Wa region of the country.

17 - 23 March

22 March 2016: Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa strongly condemned the terrorist attacks that took place on this day in Brussels, saying:

“On behalf of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community worldwide, I express my deepest sympathies and condolences to the Belgian people following the barbaric terrorist attacks that have taken place in Brussels. Such heinous and utterly inhumane attacks must be condemned in the strongest possible terms.” (“Head of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community condemns Belgium terrorist attacks”, www.pressahmadiyya. com)

23 March

23 March 2004: On this day, during his visit to Ghana, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa inaugurated the Ahmadiyya Mosque in Tamale and stated, “When I was last here, I could not have imagined that such a grand mosque could be erected here.”

Prior to his becoming the Khalifa, Huzooraa had been appointed to oversee the agricultural farm in Tamale during his eight-year stay in Ghana. During this period, he successfully grew maize, rice, and wheat there.

23 March 2012: Hazrat

Khalifatul Masih Vaa discussed the contributions of Ahmadis to Pakistan and highlighted some significant historical events during his Friday sermon on 23 March 2012, which marks Pakistan Day. He fervently prayed for both Pakistan and the Ahmadis living there, emphasising the dire need for prayers in light of the increasing political unrest and the alarming state of the country.

Huzooraa said, “Unfortunately, the trend of shameful ingratitude is on the rise among various political groups, and the state of the country reflects this. Therefore, on this day, it is important for Pakistanis to offer abundant prayers for the safety and prosperity of their country. May Allah protect it from the impending disaster and guide it towards a brighter future.”

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Ayyatur-Rahman Abdullah Sahib, serving as the mohtamim tabligh, was next to report. Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa asked, “What is your tabligh target this year, 5,000?” Upon this, the secretary replied that they had set a target of 100. Hearing this, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa said, “The target of 100 bai‘ats should be given to the national amila [alone]. And if you give the target to the mulk [i.e. national] amila and then to the amilas of majalis, it should go at least up to 1,000. [...] Try to make some ambitious goals, then you can succeed.”

Huzooraa asked Naseem Ahmad Nyame Sahib, serving as mohtamim tarbiyat of the Northern Sector, how many khuddam offer their five daily prayers in congregation. Upon hearing his response, Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa said, “It’s too small. Salat is obligatory.” Huzooraa asked if the rest were at least praying regularly or if they were missing the prayers. Naseem Ahmad Nyame Sahib said that some were praying regularly but not reporting on the assessment platform.

Huzooraa said, “Keep on telling them, from time to time, that salat is an obligatory thing and they should offer it regularly and better to offer it in congregation.

[...]” Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa further emphasised the importance of reading and understanding the Holy Quran.

Huzooraa asked Fareed Kolevi Sahib what his portfolio was. In response, he said that he was serving as qaid ilaqa of the Eastern Region. Hearing this, Huzooraa said, “Masha-Allah!”

Abdullah Sheriff Sahib, serving as qaid ilaqa of the Upper-East Region, was next to report. Speaking with him, Huzooraa said, that the qaideen Ilaqa should also follow the same guidance given to the mohtamim “As qaideen Ilaqa, they should work on all of these issues. This is how they can be helpful to the central majlis-e-amila and Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya,” Huzooraa said.

Next to introduce themselves was Mahmood Ennin Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Ashanti Region; Iddris Yusham Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Upper-West Region Wa; Ahmed Atibire Atinga Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Northern Region; Ahmed Mensah Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Greater Accra Region; Qamal Bin Osman Sahib, qaid ilaqa of Brong Ahafo; Abdul Salam Inkoom Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Volta Region; Mustapha Abban Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Western Region and Jamil Rahman Sahib, qaid ilaqa of the Central Region.

In the end, addressing Sadr Sahib, Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa said, “Whatever I wanted to say, I have already told you during my introduction with your mohtamimeen and now I have given you a brief sketch of your work so you [should] work on it. If you work on it, I think, inshaAllah, your majlis will flourish, inshaAllah! Allah the Almighty help you, Allah the Almighty bless you.”

Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa then conveyed his salaam to all members, and the mulaqat came to a successful end.

(Report prepared by Al Hakam)

Jalsa Yaum-eMusleh-e-Maud held in Sri Lanka

A Abdul Aziz Sri Lanka Correspondent

Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya Sri Lanka observed the Musleh-e-Maud Day with events in all centres of the Jamaat, including Negombo, Colombo, and Pasyala.

The programme started with a recitation from the Holy Quran and itsUrdu translation, followed by a poem.

While addressing the event in Negombo, the local sadr, spoke about certain points of the prophecy of Musleh-e-Maud. Then, Tahir Ahmad Sahib delivered a speech about the divine vision and dreams of Hazrat Musleh-e-Maudra

The event in Colombo was held on 25 February at Baitul Hamd Mosque and was also attended by the national president, S Nizam Khan Sahib. In his address, he explained the background of the prophecy of Musleh-e-Maud. MA Anis Ahmad Sahib, the local sadr, and AB Musthaq Ahmad Sahib, missionary-in-charge also addressed the event. A documentary about the life and achievements of Hazrat Musleh-e-Maudra was also shown.

In the event held at Pasyala on 26 February, RA Hafiz Ahmad Sahib, the local sadr, and the qaid of Majlis Khuddam-ulAhmadiyya delivered speeches.

A large number of Ahmadis attended the events, which concluded with a silent prayer.

‘Fajr Fit’ event held by Majlis Khuddamul-Ahmadiyya

Newmarket, Canada

Arif F Khan

Secretary Ishaat Jamaat Newmarket, Canada

Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya Canada has initiated a nationwide programme called “Fajr Fit”, for the spiritual and physical uplift of all Khuddam. The purpose of this campaign is to encourage khuddam to begin their day with the blessed habit of rising early, leaving the comfort of their beds and gathering at the local mosque or prayer centre to offer the Fajr prayer in congregation with their brothers. The amila members are encouraged to utilise this campaign as an opportunity to strengthen their bond with their fellow brothers through car-sharing and offering rides to one another, from their respective homes.

On 26 February 2023, members of Majlis Khuddamul Ahmadiyya Newmarket gathered for the Fajr prayer at the local salat centre. In the evening, the youth gathered for a career counselling session, after which khuddam played sports.

This campaign not only aims to improve one’s spiritual health but also physical health, as khuddam will engage in sports activities after offering their salat and recitation of the Holy Quran.