Promised Messiah’s love for the Holy Prophet Muhammad(P.B.U.H)
Hadeeqatul Mahdi, 28 August 2024
The atmosphere was charged with anticipation as Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V, arrived at the Jalsa Gah just after 4 pm. The gathering of faithful hearts was filled with reverence and joy, welcoming Huzoor with resounding slogans of takbir. Huzoor greeted everyone with “assalamo alaikum wa rahmatullah” before taking his place on the stage, ready to inspire and enlighten the audience.
A Message from King Charles III
Before the formal session began, Rafiq Ahmad Hayat Sahib, Amir Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya UK, shared a message of goodwill from King Charles III, extending his best wishes to all attendees of the Jalsa.
Commencement of the Session
The concluding session of Jalsa Salana UK 2024 commenced with a beautiful recitation of the Holy Quran — Aal-e-‘Imran, Ch.3: V. 191-196 — by Mahmood Wardi Sahib, followed by its Urdu translation. The audience was then moved by an Arabic qasidah written by the Promised Messiahas in praise of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, recited by Faraj Odeh Sahib and translated into Urdu by Mansoor Zia Sahib. This was followed by an Urdu poem of the Promised Messiahas, passionately recited by Murtaza Mannan Sahib.
Celebrating Academic Excellence
Secretary Ta‘lim UK read out the names of Ahmadi students who achieved academic excellence over the past year, a testament to the community’s commitment to education and intellectual growth.
Ahmadiyya Muslim Prize for Advancement of Peace 2024
Rafiq Ahmad Hayat Sahib announced that the Ahmadiyya Muslim Prize for the Advancement of Peace for 2024 would be awarded to Nicolò Govoni, founder of Still I Rise, a charity dedicated to serving refugees. This recognition highlights the community’s dedication to promoting peace and humanitarian efforts.
Huzoor’s Faith-Inspiring Address
As Hazrat Amirul Momineen took the podium once again, he greeted the audience with a heartfelt salaam and began his address with tashahhud, ta‘awwuz, and Surah al-Fatihah. He then delved into the profound topic of the Promised Messiah’sas love for his master, the Holy Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H).
Introduction
Huzoor began by acknowledging the vastness of the topic and expressed his intention to present key extracts that illustrate the true status of the Holy Prophet as elucidated by the Promised Messiahas.
Promised Messiah’sas Love for the Holy Prophet(P.B.U.H)
Huzoor described the Promised Messiah’sas profound and self-effacing love for the Holy Prophet. He highlighted how the Promised Messiahas set an exemplary path for attaining true love and devotion to the Holy Prophet, providing guidance even for those who opposed his message.
Huzoor addressed the ongoing opposition faced by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat, often based on misconceptions perpetuated by certain clerics. He pointed out that these allegations stem from self-serving motives and a desire to exploit religious sentiments.
Addressing Allegations and Realities
Huzoor discussed the historical accusations used by opponents to justify persecution and deny Ahmadis their human rights. He emphasized that these actions are driven by ignorance and a desire to manipulate religious fervor for personal gain.
He highlighted the Promised Messiah’sas deep reverence for the Holy Prophet, noting that his spiritual achievements were blessings derived solely from his adherence to the Holy Prophet.
Unique Status of the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H)
Huzoor reflected on the Promised Messiah’sas teachings about the unparalleled status of the Holy Prophet, whose obedience could enrich one’s life both in this world and the hereafter. He elaborated on the unique spiritual beneficence of the Holy Prophet, frequently emphasized by the Promised Messiahas in his writings and speeches.
Teachings of the Promised Messiahas
Huzoor reiterated the Promised Messiah’sas view of the Holy Prophet as the epitome of prophetic perfection. He shared insights on the Promised Messiah’s portrayal of the Holy Prophet’s role as the ultimate intercessor for humanity’s salvation.
Intercession and Salvation
Huzoor conveyed the Promised Messiah’sas assertions that the Holy Prophet is the sole intercessor whose advocacy is essential for salvation. He emphasized that every spiritual blessing is contingent upon following the Holy Prophet.
Expressions of Love for the Holy Prophet
Huzoor shared examples of the Promised Messiah’sas poetic expressions of love and respect for the Holy Prophet, illustrating his profound reverence and the deep impact of the Holy Prophet’s teachings on his life. He recounted instances from the Promised Messiah’sas life that demonstrated his immense love and respect for the Holy Prophet, refuting any claims of disrespect or blasphemy from his opponents.
Extracts of Poetry and Praises
Huzoor shared how the Promised Messiahas extensively praised the Holy Prophet, refuting misconceptions that the Promised Messiahas sought to diminish the Holy Prophet’s status. Instead, his writings significantly elevated it.
Huzoor recounted the Promised Messiah’sas responses to accusations against his claims, clarifying that true love and following the Holy Prophet are the means to divine closeness, a point profoundly misunderstood by opponents.
Philosophy of Divine Revelation
Huzoor explained the Promised Messiah’sas astonishment at critics who failed to grasp the elevated status of the Holy Prophet. He emphasized the Promised Messiah’sas consistent reverence and declaration of the Holy Prophet’s unique closeness to Allah.
Spiritual Strength of the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H)
Huzoor described how the Promised Messiahas defended the ongoing validity and superiority of the Holy Prophet’s spiritual teachings, which continue to inspire true reformers. He refuted claims that the Promised Messiahas sought to begin a new religion or diminish the Holy Prophet’s role as the Seal of the Prophets [Khatam an-Nabiyyin].
Status of the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H)
Huzoor conveyed the Promised Messiah’sas portrayal of the Holy Prophet as the epitome of divine light and spiritual perfection, unmatched in human history. He also emphasized the Promised Messiah’sas profound distress over insults directed at the Holy Prophet by non-Muslims, showcasing his intense emotional pain and staunch defense of the Holy Prophet’s honor.
Devotion and Expression of Love
Huzoor recounted the Promised Messiah’sas profound expressions of love and veneration for the Holy Prophet, highlighting the unparalleled excellence of the Holy Prophet as confirmed by the Promised Messiah’sas personal spiritual experiences.
Conclusion
In his concluding remarks, Huzoor urged the Jamaat to intensify their expressions of love for the Holy Prophet through heartfelt recitations of Durood Sharif. He stressed the transformational impact of sincere prayers, encouraging everyone to imbibe a deep, passionate connection with the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him.
As the session drew to a close, the gathering was left with a renewed sense of spiritual fulfillment and a deeper understanding of the Promised Messiah’sas unwavering love and reverence for the Holy Prophet. This address by Huzoor at the Jalsa Salana UK 2024 will undoubtedly resonate in the hearts of the attendees, inspiring them to embody the true essence of devotion and love for the Holy Prophet in their daily lives.