As an Ahmadi Muslim, collective worship and service to humanity are core practices that please Allah. The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, under the guidance of Khilafat, regularly organizes large-scale events and collective actions that exemplify unity, spirituality, and service. These actions reflect the teachings of the Holy Qur’an and the Holy Prophet Muhammad (sa) and align with the mission of the Promised Messiah and Mahdi, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (as).
Here is a comprehensive list of collective actions by Ahmadis that please Allah, supported by Islamic teachings:
1. Congregational Prayers (Salat) in Large Gatherings
•Collective Tahajjud Prayers at Jalsa Salana
During Jalsa Salana (Annual Conventions) in countries like Ghana, Uganda, and around the world, thousands of Ahmadis wake up in the early hours of the morning to offer Tahajjud (voluntary pre-dawn prayer) in congregation.
Qur’an:
“And they forsake their beds, calling upon their Lord in fear and hope, and they spend out of what We have bestowed upon them.”
(Surah As-Sajdah 32:17)
Hadith:
“The best prayer after the obligatory prayers is the night prayer (Tahajjud).”
(Sahih Muslim)
Spiritual Impact:
This collective act strengthens spiritual discipline and deepens the bond with Allah.
2. Jalsa Salana (Annual Gathering)
•Global Spiritual Gatherings
Initiated by the Promised Messiah (as), the Jalsa Salana brings together tens of thousands of Ahmadis for spiritual rejuvenation, prayer, and learning. In countries like Ghana, Uganda, Germany, UK, and India, these gatherings focus on spiritual development, brotherhood, and service to humanity.
Purpose:
•Increase in spirituality and righteousness
•Strengthening brotherhood among Muslims
•Collective remembrance of Allah
Example:
•The Jalsa Salana UK 2023 was attended by over 40,000 Ahmadis from more than 100 countries.
•In Ghana, thousands participate in collective prayers, educational sessions, and community service.
Hadith:
“The hand of Allah is with the group.”
(Tirmidhi)
3. Service to Humanity (Khidmat-e-Khalq)
•Humanitarian Relief by Humanity First
Humanity First, an Ahmadiyya humanitarian organization, mobilizes thousands of volunteers globally to provide disaster relief, clean water, medical services, and education.
Qur’an:
“And they feed, for the love of Him, the poor, the orphan, and the prisoner.”
(Surah Al-Insan 76:9)
Hadith:
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to people.”
(Daraqutni)
Examples:
•Water for Life Projects in Africa, providing clean water to millions.
•Medical Camps in Uganda, offering free healthcare.
•Disaster Relief in Turkey, Pakistan, and Indonesia after natural disasters.
4. Collective Tabligh (Preaching and Propagation of Islam)
•Peace Symposia and Book Fairs
Ahmadis worldwide engage in collective preaching to spread the peaceful message of Islam through Peace Symposia, interfaith dialogues, and distributing the Holy Qur’an.
Qur’an:
“Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and goodly exhortation.”
(Surah An-Nahl 16:126)
Example:
•The UK Peace Symposium attended by political leaders and religious scholars.
•Mass Qur’an distributions in Africa and Europe.
5. Waqf-e-Arzi (Temporary Life Devotion for Islam)
•Volunteering Time for Preaching
Ahmadis dedicate weeks or months of their lives for preaching Islam, teaching, and serving humanity, often traveling to rural and remote areas.
Hadith:
“Convey from me even if it is one verse.”
(Bukhari)
Example:
•Thousands of Waqifeen-e-Arzi travel to villages in Africa, teaching the Qur’an and helping communities.
Here is a comprehensive list of collective actions by Ahmadis that please Allah, supported by Islamic teachings:
1. Congregational Prayers (Salat) in Large Gatherings
•Collective Tahajjud Prayers at Jalsa Salana
During Jalsa Salana (Annual Conventions) in countries like Ghana, Uganda, and around the world, thousands of Ahmadis wake up in the early hours of the morning to offer Tahajjud (voluntary pre-dawn prayer) in congregation.
Qur’an:
“And they forsake their beds, calling upon their Lord in fear and hope, and they spend out of what We have bestowed upon them.”
(Surah As-Sajdah 32:17)
Hadith:
“The best prayer after the obligatory prayers is the night prayer (Tahajjud).”
(Sahih Muslim)
Spiritual Impact:
This collective act strengthens spiritual discipline and deepens the bond with Allah.
2. Jalsa Salana (Annual Gathering)
•Global Spiritual Gatherings
Initiated by the Promised Messiah (as), the Jalsa Salana brings together tens of thousands of Ahmadis for spiritual rejuvenation, prayer, and learning. In countries like Ghana, Uganda, Germany, UK, and India, these gatherings focus on spiritual development, brotherhood, and service to humanity.
Purpose:
•Increase in spirituality and righteousness
•Strengthening brotherhood among Muslims
•Collective remembrance of Allah
Example:
•The Jalsa Salana UK 2023 was attended by over 40,000 Ahmadis from more than 100 countries.
•In Ghana, thousands participate in collective prayers, educational sessions, and community service.
Hadith:
“The hand of Allah is with the group.”
(Tirmidhi)
3. Service to Humanity (Khidmat-e-Khalq)
•Humanitarian Relief by Humanity First
Humanity First, an Ahmadiyya humanitarian organization, mobilizes thousands of volunteers globally to provide disaster relief, clean water, medical services, and education.
Qur’an:
“And they feed, for the love of Him, the poor, the orphan, and the prisoner.”
(Surah Al-Insan 76:9)
Hadith:
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to people.”
(Daraqutni)
Examples:
•Water for Life Projects in Africa, providing clean water to millions.
•Medical Camps in Uganda, offering free healthcare.
•Disaster Relief in Turkey, Pakistan, and Indonesia after natural disasters.
4. Collective Tabligh (Preaching and Propagation of Islam)
•Peace Symposia and Book Fairs
Ahmadis worldwide engage in collective preaching to spread the peaceful message of Islam through Peace Symposia, interfaith dialogues, and distributing the Holy Qur’an.
Qur’an:
“Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and goodly exhortation.”
(Surah An-Nahl 16:126)
Example:
•The UK Peace Symposium attended by political leaders and religious scholars.
•Mass Qur’an distributions in Africa and Europe.
5. Waqf-e-Arzi (Temporary Life Devotion for Islam)
•Volunteering Time for Preaching
Ahmadis dedicate weeks or months of their lives for preaching Islam, teaching, and serving humanity, often traveling to rural and remote areas.
Hadith:
“Convey from me even if it is one verse.”
(Bukhari)
Example:
•Thousands of Waqifeen-e-Arzi travel to villages in Africa, teaching the Qur’an and helping communities.
6. Financial Sacrifice (Chanda, Waqf-e-Jadid, Tehrik-e-Jadid)
•Collective Sacrificial Contributions
Ahmadis contribute financially for the spread of Islam, building mosques, and humanitarian causes.
Qur’an:
“The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed of grain that sprouts seven ears; in every ear, there are a hundred grains.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:261)
Examples:
•Mosque construction in remote areas of Africa and Asia.
•Funding MTA International, broadcasting Islamic teachings globally.
7. Waqar-e-Amal (Dignity of Labor)
•Voluntary Clean-up and Maintenance
Ahmadis engage in large-scale voluntary labor to clean mosques, prayer sites, and public spaces during events like Jalsa.
Hadith:
“Cleanliness is half of faith.”
(Sahih Muslim)
Example:
•After Jalsa Salana UK, volunteers clean the entire site without hired labor.
•Cleaning public spaces during major events in Ghana and Uganda.
8. Collective Bai’at (Pledge of Allegiance)
•Spiritual Renewal with the Khalifa
During Jalsa Salana, thousands of Ahmadis participate in the Bai’at Ceremony, pledging allegiance to the Khalifa of the time for the cause of Islam.
Qur’an:
“Verily, those who pledge allegiance to you, indeed they pledge allegiance to Allah.”
(Surah Al-Fath 48:11)
Example:
•At Jalsa UK, thousands join in a historic Bai’at with Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba).
9. Global Prayers for Peace
•Worldwide Prayer Campaigns
Ahmadis collectively pray for global peace and the end of wars and conflicts.
Qur’an:
“And your Lord says, ‘Call upon Me; I will respond to you.’”
(Surah Ghafir 40:60)
Example:
•Global calls for prayers for Palestine, Syria, and world peace by the Khalifa.
Conclusion
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s collective efforts in worship, service to humanity, preaching, and financial sacrifice are all actions that deeply please Allah. Guided by the institution of Khilafat, these actions exemplify Islam’s true teachings of peace, unity, and service.
Such large-scale collective efforts reflect the fulfillment of the Holy Qur’an’s command to hold fast to the rope of Allah and remain united:
“And hold fast, all together, by the rope of Allah and be not divided.”
(Surah Aal-e-Imran 3:103)
Through these actions, Ahmadis worldwide continue to strive for Allah’s pleasure and the betterment of humanity.
•Collective Sacrificial Contributions
Ahmadis contribute financially for the spread of Islam, building mosques, and humanitarian causes.
Qur’an:
“The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed of grain that sprouts seven ears; in every ear, there are a hundred grains.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:261)
Examples:
•Mosque construction in remote areas of Africa and Asia.
•Funding MTA International, broadcasting Islamic teachings globally.
7. Waqar-e-Amal (Dignity of Labor)
•Voluntary Clean-up and Maintenance
Ahmadis engage in large-scale voluntary labor to clean mosques, prayer sites, and public spaces during events like Jalsa.
Hadith:
“Cleanliness is half of faith.”
(Sahih Muslim)
Example:
•After Jalsa Salana UK, volunteers clean the entire site without hired labor.
•Cleaning public spaces during major events in Ghana and Uganda.
8. Collective Bai’at (Pledge of Allegiance)
•Spiritual Renewal with the Khalifa
During Jalsa Salana, thousands of Ahmadis participate in the Bai’at Ceremony, pledging allegiance to the Khalifa of the time for the cause of Islam.
Qur’an:
“Verily, those who pledge allegiance to you, indeed they pledge allegiance to Allah.”
(Surah Al-Fath 48:11)
Example:
•At Jalsa UK, thousands join in a historic Bai’at with Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba).
9. Global Prayers for Peace
•Worldwide Prayer Campaigns
Ahmadis collectively pray for global peace and the end of wars and conflicts.
Qur’an:
“And your Lord says, ‘Call upon Me; I will respond to you.’”
(Surah Ghafir 40:60)
Example:
•Global calls for prayers for Palestine, Syria, and world peace by the Khalifa.
Conclusion
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community’s collective efforts in worship, service to humanity, preaching, and financial sacrifice are all actions that deeply please Allah. Guided by the institution of Khilafat, these actions exemplify Islam’s true teachings of peace, unity, and service.
Such large-scale collective efforts reflect the fulfillment of the Holy Qur’an’s command to hold fast to the rope of Allah and remain united:
“And hold fast, all together, by the rope of Allah and be not divided.”
(Surah Aal-e-Imran 3:103)
Through these actions, Ahmadis worldwide continue to strive for Allah’s pleasure and the betterment of humanity.
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