Al-Akseer Issue #1, January 2022

AL-AKSEER ‫اإل كسير‬ MAJLIS KHUDDAMUL AHMADIYYA NEW ZEALAND ISSUE 1: YEAR 2022 | JANUARY

KHILAFAT - A DIVINE GUIDANCE

CONTENTS pg.3

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Waqar e Amal

Jalsa Salana

Acknowledgements

Mosque cleaning activity

Annual gathering of the Ahmaddiya Muslim Community at a National Level

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Pray, Learn, and Play

Photo Gallery

Weekly session for Khuddam to get together for congregetional prayers, increasing religious knowledge, and sports

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"Allah has promised to those among you who believe and do good works that He will surely, make them Successors in the earth, as He made Successors from among those who were before them; and that He will, surely establish for them their religion which He has chosen for them; and that He will, surely give them in exchange security and peace after their fear; They will worship Me, and they will not associate anything with Me. Then whoso is ungrateful after that, they will be the rebellious." - The Holy Quran, 24:56

Waqar e Amal - Jalsa Salana Two Waqar e Amal Mosque Cleaning sessions led by Mohtamim Waqar e Amal Faraz Ahmed were held in preparation for the 2022 New Zealand Jalsa Salana, on the 9th and 16th of January.

Sunday - 9th of January Majlis Khuddamul Ahmadiyya was responsible for the first Waqar e Amal session.

Khuddam and Atfal from the Auckland region gathered at the Bait ulMuqeet Mosque by 9 pm. After a short briefing by Sadr Majlis Azeem Zafrullah Sahib, members split into groups of two or three, each group allocated an area and task.

The majority of the work stemmed from overgrowth of herbage across the Mosque grounds. Weeds had to be pulled from around the carpark, hedges were trimmed, and the area was swept. Khuddam were also responsible for mowing the lawns around the mosque and cleaning the roof gutter. To finish the day, Khuddam enjoyed some pizza for lunch, and after combined Zuhr and Asr prayers left for their homes.

Sunday - 21st of January

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The final pre-Jalsa Waqar-e-Amal was attended by members of all auxiliary organizations, from both the Auckland and Waikato regions. The tasks from the previous session were resumed, with a few additional tasks such as the replacement of a roof gutter and the water blasting of surfaces. A "Discover Islam" Expo was also set up across the two sessions. By the Grace of Allah, all tasks were completed as per schedule. The Jama'at members enjoyed in-house curry and rice, and the session concluded with congregational Zuhr and Asr prayers.

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Pray, Learn, and Play

"Pray, Learn, and Play", or "PLP" for short is a weekly activity organized by Mohtamim Taleem Mohammed Isaac. The goal of the initiative is to educate Khuddam and Atfal on religious topics in a manner that is easily understood and engaging. A session run by Khuddam for Khuddam, it produces an environment for younger members to collectively strive for religious knowledge. The weekly sessions also encourage the younger members to attend congregational Isha prayers on a regular basis.

Tuesday - 11th of January At 8:15, Khuddam and Atfal from the Auckland region gathered at the Baitul Muqeet Mosque, and members of the Waikato region gathered at the Hamilton mission house. Murabbi Sabah Al-Zafar had prepared a Kahoot quiz on two Al-Hakam articles, "Conspiracies against the Jamaat: A study in historical patterns" and "Rabia Inqilabi: A conspiracy against the Jamaat in the time of Hazrat Khalifatul Masih III" that were covered in the previous session.

Photo from Makhzan-e-Tasweer

Hazrat Mirza Nasir Ahmad (rh) Photo from Makhzan-e-Tasweer

Questions in the Kahoot quiz focused on the historical details of the conspiracies, the allegations raised by the opponents, and the refutations provided by the Khulafa. The winner of the quiz was Mirza Sarfraz Ahmad from the Waikato region.

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Both articles, written by Asif M Basit Sahib, provide a detailed analysis of past attacks and conspiracies against the institution of Khilafat-e-Ahmadiyya. On the authority of Ahadith narrating such schemes of the hypocrites in the time of the Holy Prophet (saw) and the promise of Khilafat vouchsafed in the Holy Quran, Asif M Basit Sahib illustrates how these conspiracies will time and again prove futile during every Khilafat.

Hazrat Musleh Maud (ra) (centre)

Jalsa Salana 2022 Jalsa Salana, Urdu for "Annual Gathering", is for Ahmadi Muslims, at the summit of the yearly activities prepared for attaining spiritual rejuvenation. First initiated in Qadian 1891 by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as), the founder of the community, this event is held globally in countries the movement has a presence in. On the 21st and 22nd of January 2022, New Zealand Jama'at was blessed with the 33rd Jalsa Salana held in this country.

The theme for this year's Jalsa was "Khilafat - A Divine Guidance"

Purpose "The primary purpose of this Convention is to enable every sincere individual to personally experience religious benefits; They may enhance their knowledge and – due to their being blessed and enabled by Allah – The Exaltedtheir perception [ of Allah ] may progress. Among its secondary benefits is that this congregational meeting together will promote mutual introduction among all brothers, and it will strengthen the fraternal ties within this Community" — Ishtihar 7 December 1892, Majmoo`ah Ishtiharat Vol. I, p. 340

Thursday- 20th of January (Setup)

Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as)

Due to the implications of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Baitul Muqeet Mosque was selected as the venue for this year's Jalsa.

Two marquees had been erected on mosque grounds. The majority of the day was spent setting up the interior of the marquees.

The day ended with Jalsa Gah Inspection by respected National President, Bashir Ahmad Khan Sahib.

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Different duties had been assigned to members across Majlis Khuddam ulAhmadiyya. These duties included security, MTA recordings and live stream, Audio Video, and Ziafat.

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Assembly of the "Discover Islam" stall

Audio Visual Setup and MTA Crew

Friday - 21st of January Traditionally, Jalsa Salana begins on a Friday. Ahmadi Muslims from around the country gather at the central mosque by midday for lunch. After Jumu'ah, the National Sadr commences the first session with the hoisting of Liwa-e-Ahmadiyyat and a silent prayer.

The main speeches of the first session were; "The Divine Attribute Al-Hadi (The Guide)" and "Rightly Guided Khulafa of the Holy Prophet(sa)" given by Murrabi Silsila Waikato Region Sabah Al-Zafar Sahib and National Naib Sadr Yunus Hanif Sahib, respectively.

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Murrabi Sabah Al-Zafar Sahib set forth from the Holy Quran how Gold Almighty's attributes are unlimited and not confined to a particular people or time period. As Allah has provided for the physical needs of mankind, He has also provided for our spiritual requirements. This spiritual nourishment stems for the attribute of Al-Hadi, the Guide, of which the most prominent manifestation is Murrabi Sabah Al-Zafar on "Al-Hadi" the advent of the Prophets.

"And Sufficient is thy Lord for a Guide" - The Holy Quran, 25:32 In the second speech on the Khilafat e Rashida, Yunus Hanif Sahib likened the system of Khilafat to a rope sent by Allah, holding on to which the believers Aerial view of Baitul Muqeet, Jalsa Salana 2022 can affirm their faith and guarantee advancement. Elaborating on the role of Khilafat, Yunus Sahib presented narrations of the Holy Prophet (saw), which state Khilafat to be established on the precept of Prophethood.

From these narrations, we learn that a Khalifah continues the mission of his Prophet, providing guidance and peace to their community. The immediate successors of the Holy Prophet (saw) were Hazrat Abu Bakr (ra), Hazrat Umar (ra), Hazrat Uthman (ra) and Hazrat Ali (ra). This period, known as the "Rightly Guided Khilafat", remained for 30 years after the demise of the Holy Prophet(sa).

Saturday - 22nd of January On the second and final day of Jalsa Salana 2022, a session is held to present non-Ahmadi guests the true Islam as taught by the Promised Messiah (as). This session focused on introducing Khilafat and removing misconceptions around this Divine system. The Keynote address, titled "Ahmadiyya Khilafat: Unity of Man & Peace" was delivered by Murabbi Silsila Wellington, Mustensar A Qamar Sahib.

"O mankind, We have created you from a male and a female; and We have made you into tribes and subtribes that you may know one another. Verily, the most honourable among you, in the sight of Allah, is he who is the most righteous among you.

Surely, Allah is All-Knowing, AllAware." - The Holy Quran, 49:14

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Murrabi Mustensar Sahib, in his speech, highlighted the schisms that in this age have divided mankind into various groups.

Furthermore, he stated that the formation of such rifts has always given rise to a distinct lack of peace. In such situations, true peace can only come from the belief in an All-Powerful God, who is described as "As-Salaam", "the Source of Peace". Quoting the Holy Quran, Murrabi Sahib furthered his stance by stating that in Islam, the unity of mankind pivots on the unity of God, who is "The Lord of all the worlds" i.e. a Lord over nations and people. On account of this attribute, Allah sent messengers to all peoples throughout history. The task of these messengers and their rightly-guided successors is to draw mankind to God.

The Holy Prophet (saw) was raised as a messenger to draw all of mankind towards God, uniting them under the flag of Islam. In this age, Allah Almighty raised the Promised Messiah (as) to complete this mission, and the Ahmadiyya Khilafat continues to kindle the desire of serving Gods creation in the hearts of the believers. Despite prevailing across 213 different countries, with tens of millions of members of different backgrounds, Ahmadi Muslims are united under the system of Khilafat.

After the concluding address and Dua by National Sadr Bashir Khan Sahib, dinner and clean up marked the official end of Jalsa Salana 2022. Many Khuddam heartily participated in winding down the setup inside the marquee, the stage, the electronics, washing dishes etc.

Following a few hours of rewarding labour, Khuddam members decided to stay at the Mosque and bond over some donuts.

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"I conclude with the prayer that everyone who travels for [attending] this Convention that is for the sake of Allah: May Allah, the Exalted, be with him, reward him in abundant measure, have mercy on him, ease up for him his circumstances of hardship and anxiety and eliminate his anguish and grief. May He grant him freedom from every single hardship and lay open for him the ways of [achieving] his cherished goals, and raise him up, on the day of Judgment, among those of His servants who are the recipients of His blessings and Mercy. May He be their Guardian in their absence until after their journey comes to an end. O Allah! O Sublime One and Bestower of bounties, the Ever Merciful and One Who Resolves all problems, do grant all these prayers, and grant us Victory over our opponents with scintillating signs, because You alone have all the prowess and power. Ameen!

Ameen!!" — Ishtihar 7 December 1892, Majmoo`ah Ishtiharat Vol. I, p. 342

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Photo Gallery

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Acknowledgements Editorial Board Azeem Zafrullah Sadr Majlis Khuddamul Ahmadiyya New Zealand Sabah Al-Zafar Murrabi Silsila Waikato Region Mustensar Qamar Murrabi Silsila Wellington Region Furqan Mahmood Mohtamim Ishaat Suheb Ahmad Discover Islam Graphics Designer

References Makhzan-e-Tasaweer Official Gallery of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Al Hakam International English Newspaper of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama'at

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