Members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association UK in Milton Keynes have signed a £500 cheque for the chosen charities of the Mayor of Milton Keynes. Usman Chaudhary told the Citizen: “Ahmadiyya Muslim Association was established in the UK since 1913, and we built London’s first mosque in 1926 – The London Mosque in Putney. We now have one hundred branches …
Humanity First Addressed by Khalifa
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad says that charitable endeavours and serving those in need are a basic part of Islam. The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph), His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad delivered the keynote address International Conference of the charity Humanity First on Saturday 24 January 2015.The 2-day conference, held at the Baitul Futuh …
Qu’ran Exhibition to Banish Myths About Islam
An exhibition has been held to promote peace and eradicate any misconceptions of Islam. Mubashir Siddiqi, of Clayhall, helped set up the display at Wanstead Library, in Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead, on behalf of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association on Saturday. The exhibition organiser said his religion has suffered “a lot of negativity” in light of several attacks, supposedly in the …
Glasgow Ahmadiyya Muslims welcome Partick community to dinner for dialogue and understanding
PARTICK Burgh Hall hosted 250 people from all backgrounds for the belated Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Glasgow New Year Dinner where speakers addressed the recent Charlie Hebdo and Pakistan school attacks. WE may be well into 2015 but there was a New Year celebration with a difference at the weekend that brought together 250 people from all corners of the community. …
Charlie Hebdo Cartoons: Khalifa Responds
Pope Francis’s comments praised by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad; Muslims should respond to new caricatures of the Holy Prophet Muhammadsa peacefully through prayers. The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad has responded to the publication of another caricature depicting the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on the cover …
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Supports Government Action to end Extremism
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK – that has been in the UK since 1913 – supports the Government’s action to root out extremism. Rafiq Hayat, National President said: “We welcome the government’s acknowledgement that the Paris attacks have nothing to do with Islam. Islam is a religion of peace and those who carry out violence in its name are acting …
Milton Keynes Muslims hand £500 for Mayor’s Charities
Members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association UK in Milton Keynes have signed a £500 cheque for the chosen charities of the Mayor of Milton Keynes. Usman Chaudhary told the Citizen: “Ahmadiyya Muslim Association was established in the UK since 1913, and we built London’s first mosque in 1926 – The London Mosque in Putney. We now have one hundred branches …
Qu’ran Exhibition to Banish Myths About Islam
An exhibition has been held to promote peace and eradicate any misconceptions of Islam. Mubashir Siddiqi, of Clayhall, helped set up the display at Wanstead Library, in Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead, on behalf of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association on Saturday. The exhibition organiser said his religion has suffered “a lot of negativity” in light of several attacks, supposedly in the …
Glasgow Ahmadiyya Muslims welcome Partick community to dinner for dialogue and understanding
PARTICK Burgh Hall hosted 250 people from all backgrounds for the belated Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Glasgow New Year Dinner where speakers addressed the recent Charlie Hebdo and Pakistan school attacks. WE may be well into 2015 but there was a New Year celebration with a difference at the weekend that brought together 250 people from all corners of the community. …
City Hall flies French Flag in Memory of those killed in Paris Charlie Hebdo Attack
BRADFORD is standing in solidarity with the people of France today following the massacre at the Paris offices of a satirical magazine. The Tricolour is flying at half mast on City Hall to remember the victims of the Charlie Hebdo attack, in which 12 people were killed by gunmen shouting Islamic phrases. At 11am people across the UK joined France …
Paris shooting victims remembered by police forces across Surrey and Hampshire
Police teams held a two minutes silence on Thursday morning as a tribute to those killed by gunmen in Paris The people brutally gunned down in Paris have been remembered by Surrey and north-east Hampshire police officers. Surrey Police and Hampshire Constabulary staged a two-minute silence at 10.30am on Thursday in respect to those killed the day before at the …
Muslims in Leamington Condemn Paris Terrorist Attack
MUSLIMS in Leamington have joined the world-wide condemnation of the terrorist shootings at the Charile Hebdo Offices in Paris. Two masked men armed with assault rifles stormed the satirical magazine’s offices before killing eight journalists – including the magazine’s editor – together with two policemen, a caretaker and a visitor. Mohammed Salim, President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association in Leaminton, …
Humanity First Addressed by Khalifa
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad says that charitable endeavours and serving those in need are a basic part of Islam. The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph), His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad delivered the keynote address International Conference of the charity Humanity First on Saturday 24 January 2015.The 2-day conference, held at the Baitul Futuh …
Charlie Hebdo Cartoons: Khalifa Responds
Pope Francis’s comments praised by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad; Muslims should respond to new caricatures of the Holy Prophet Muhammadsa peacefully through prayers. The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad has responded to the publication of another caricature depicting the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on the cover …
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Supports Government Action to end Extremism
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK – that has been in the UK since 1913 – supports the Government’s action to root out extremism. Rafiq Hayat, National President said: “We welcome the government’s acknowledgement that the Paris attacks have nothing to do with Islam. Islam is a religion of peace and those who carry out violence in its name are acting …
Head of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Condemns Terrorist Attacks in France
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad prays for peace in the world The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad has categorically condemned the terrorist attacks that have taken place in France this week and prayed for peace in the world. Speaking, during his weekly Friday Sermon, delivered from the Baitul Futuh Mosque …
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK Condemns the Attack on Charlie Hebdo
London: Rafiq Hayat, National President, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK, has condemned the ruthless attack by gunmen on the Charlie Hebdo offices in Paris today. He said: “We are deeply shocked by this atrocity that has taken 12 lives and injured scores more. We offer our condolences to the family of the victims and those left bereaved. “Under no circumstances does …
Khalifa condemns Peshawar School Attack
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad labels attack as ‘barbaric’ and to have ‘left humanity in despair’ and prays for victims. During his weekly Friday Sermon, delivered at the Baitul Futuh Mosque in London, the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad has spoken of his grief over the recent terrorist attack at …
Humanity First Addressed by Khalifa
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad says that charitable endeavours and serving those in need are a basic part of Islam. The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph), His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad delivered the keynote address International Conference of the charity Humanity First on Saturday 24 January 2015.The 2-day conference, held at the Baitul Futuh …
Charlie Hebdo Cartoons: Khalifa Responds
Pope Francis’s comments praised by Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad; Muslims should respond to new caricatures of the Holy Prophet Muhammadsa peacefully through prayers. The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad has responded to the publication of another caricature depicting the Holy Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) on the cover …
Head of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Condemns Terrorist Attacks in France
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad prays for peace in the world The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad has categorically condemned the terrorist attacks that have taken place in France this week and prayed for peace in the world. Speaking, during his weekly Friday Sermon, delivered from the Baitul Futuh Mosque …
Head of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Visits Irish National Parliament
More than 20 Parliamentarians welcome Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad to Ireland On 24 September 2014, the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad visited the National Parliament of Ireland, the ‘Oireachtas’ at Leinster House in Dublin. Upon arrival, His Holiness was received by the Captain of the Guard in Parliament, Comdt. …
Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad calls on the Muslim nations to play their roles in ending the violence and establishing peace
His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, the World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim, Community, the Fifth Khalifa (Caliph) has condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza during the final Friday Sermon of this year’s Islamic month of Ramadan. His Holiness also spoke in detail about Lailatul Qadr, known as the ‘the Night of Decree’ which, according to Islamic teachings, occurs in …
Promoting Peace
For more than one hundred years the Ahmadiyya Muslim community has been leading a peaceful revival of Islam. From the time it was founded in India in 1889 it has enjoyed an unrivalled record for peace and for its efforts to build cohesive societies. Established in the UK since 1913, we built London’s first mosque in 1926 (The London Mosque …
Muslims for Peace… Our Campaign
At the start of 2010, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community set about taking the message of Peace – a fundamental principle of Islam -to the wider world. Living a peaceful life is one thing, but in light of the growing negative publicity generated about Islam – it has become even more important to take the message of peace and …
About ‘Love for All, Hatred for None’
There is a divide between the lay person’s perception of Islam and its true teachings. Many may harbour concerns about Islam, perhaps through ignorance or through the portrayal of events in the media. It may surprise some but the portrayal of Islam in the media is of greatest concern to Muslims than anyone else, particularly when it leads to the …
Founder of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community
Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (peace be on him) (1835-1908) was born to a noble family in Qadian, India. From an early age he had a keen interest in religion. He was also known for his honesty, compassion and resolve. As time passed his knowledge and understanding of religion and its application to society deepened. Being a Muslim it was his firm …
Ahmadi Muslims – Who Are We?
Ahmadi Muslims (members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Communty) strive to live up to the values of Islam – both as individuals and as a single collective unit. The origins of the community lie in the claim made by its founder, Hadhrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (peace be upon him) more than 100years ago, he claimed (on the basis of Divine revelation), …
Service to Humanity
Islam is a compassionate religion that requires Muslims to care for all of mankind. With this passion to serve we provide help, support and comfort to those in need to improve their lives. In Britain we continue to raise hundreds of thousands of pounds each year for British charities including: Barnardo’s Great Ormond Street Hospital Royal Hospital for Neuro–disability Leukaemia …
Jalsa Salana Qadian 2014 concludes
The World Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifa, His Holiness, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, concluded the 123rd Annual Convention (Jalsa Salana) of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in Qadian, India on Sunday, 28 December 2014 with a faith-inspiring and emotional address. His Holiness addressed the final session via satellite link from the Baitul Futuh Mosque in London. Over …
National Peace Symposium 2014
The National Peace Symposium, held at the largest mosque in Western Europe, is a key event of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community and 2014 marks the 11th Symposium to date. The theme for this year is ” Khilafat, Peace and Justice”. To find out more please go to the dedicated event website. http://peacesymposium.org.uk/
Jalsa Salana UK – 29th, 30th and 31 August 2014
This unique event, now in its 48th year, is the largest convention of its kind in the UK bringing together 30,000 participants from more than 50 countries to increase religious knowledge and promote a sense of peace and unity. Eminent speakers discuss a range of religious topics and their relevance to contemporary society. The Jalsa is also attended by a …
Celebrating 125 years (1889 – 2014)
The Promised Messiah (peace be upon him)–A Reformer for All Religions The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is a global Muslim community that has evolved from humble beginnings into one of the world’s most dynamic spiritual, social and humanitarian movements. Founded in 1889 in the remote village of Qadian India, it is the only Islamic organisation to believe that the long-awaited messiah has come in the person of Hazrat …
The Holy Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
In the west, the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessing of God be upon him), is mis-understood and only bought to our attention at times by mis-guided individuals or groups. From Satanic Verses and the Danish Cartoons to the actions of extremists, it is perhaps now more than ever we need to highlight his life and true character. Founder Of Islam …
In The Words of Others
Many who have followed and studied Islam, and in particular, the Prophet of Islam, have drawn their own independent conclusions about the man who bought the new faith of Islam to life. As you would gather, their perspectives have not, as yet, transcended mainstream society, but here are some in a nutshell William Montgomery Watt (14 March 1909 – 24 October …
Adelaide’s Ahmadiyya Muslim community celebrates Australia Day after fleeing violence overseas
A small Muslim community in South Australia has joined public Australia Day celebrations, taking part in traditional rituals including the barbeque lunch. Adelaide’s Ahmadiyya community has about 550 members from countries including Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Ghana and Sierra Leone. Many have fled discrimination and violence in Pakistan, where Ahmadis have been declared non-Muslims and have faced rising attacks. The Ahmadiyya …
Islamic Conference Campaigning Against Terrorism
An Islamic organisation that says it’s campaigning against terrorism is holding its annual conference in Auckland today. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community believes people can never use the name of God to justify shedding innocent blood. National President Mohammad Iqbal says today’s gathering is about educating and enlightening people. “We hope that people who will be attending and listening to this …
Old and young join hands for clean and green Hyderabad
HYDERABAD: ‘Love for all, hatred for none’, is the motto and cleanliness principle of the members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community, who dedicated their time to help build a clean, green city. As many as 150 members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, from children to senior citizens, participated in the DC Clean Drive campaign and cleaned up SBH Colony, Saidabad. …
Ghana: Mahama Lauds Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission of Ghana
President John Dramani Mahama has highly commended the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission of Ghana for the great role it is playing in ensuring the prevalence of Peace and tranquility in Ghana the world at large. President Mahama made this remark when a high-powered Ahmadi Muslim delegation led by the newly appointed Ameer & Missionary -In-Charge of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in …
Local Muslims Fight Radicalization
Imam Zahid Abid wants to ensure that calls for a violent jihad fall on deaf ears here in Saskatoon. Abid leads the Ahmadiyya Muslim community and says his congregation is on a mission to spread the message that Islam is about peace and brotherhood, not violence. He says in the wake of recent radicalization of some Canadian youth – some …
Partner government in peace and development
President John Dramani Mahama has commended the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission of Ghana for the great role it is playing in ensuring peace and tranquility in Ghana and the world at large. President Mahama made the remark when a high-powered Ahmadi Muslim delegation led by the newly appointed Ameer and Missionary in charge, Alhaji Maulvi Noor Mohammed Bin Salih, called on …