Dr Kashif Ali, Head of Central Farsi Desk
In a significant development aimed at reaching Persian-speaking communities worldwide, Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih Vaa officially launched www.alislamfarsi.org, the central Persian-language website of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat, on 2 July 2024. The inauguration took place at the MTA International Studios at Islamabad, Tilford, UK. After the launch, Hazrat Amirul Momineenaa led everyone in a silent prayer.
Website features and resources
The new website, developed with the help of the Central IT Department, serves as a portal to a wide array of Islamic resources, encapsulating key teachings and doctrines of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat. It hosts an extensive digital library comprising:
- 58 Persian books, including works of the Promised Messiah & Imam Mahdi, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmadas, his Khulafa, and distinguished scholars of the Jamaat
- 190 articles on diverse theological subjects
Main menu highlights
The website’s navigation is structured around several main categories, ensuring that users can easily access information. These include Islam, The Holy Quran, Hadith, The Promised Messiah and Imam Mahdi, Khilafat-e-Ahmadiyya, Writings of the Imam, Library, Articles, Responses to Common Allegations, Gallery, News, Conditions of Bai‘at and Contact Us.
Interactive and multimedia content
Reflecting modern web design principles, the website features:
- Persian translation and subtitles of the Friday Sermons delivered by Huzooraa, capturing the spiritual guidance for the Farsi-speaking audience.
- Speeches and addresses by Huzooraa are regularly updated and translated into Persian, enhancing accessibility for the Persian-speaking community.
- The popular MTA International programme “This Week with Huzoor” is also available with Persian subtitles, bringing weekly insights from beloved Huzoor’saa weekly engagements to a broader audience.
Vision for the website
The launch of this website is part of a broader effort to disseminate the peaceful teachings of Islam as interpreted by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat. It aims to provide a reliable resource for theological study and spiritual growth to Persian-speaking Ahmadis and other seekers of truth worldwide.
The website is expected to be a cornerstone in the educational and spiritual upbringing of the Farsi-speaking members of the Jamaat, ensuring they remain connected with Khilafat-e-Ahmadiyya.