Islamabad, Tilford, 20 September 2025: A delegation of 22 khuddam from the East Region of Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya USA had the honour of a mulaqat with Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih Vaa.
The meeting began as Huzooraa arrived, greeting the khuddam with salaam. Huzooraa enquired from the amir-e-qafilah about the delegation’s lodging arrangements. Following this, each khadim introduced himself, mentioning his family, his academic or professional pursuits and his services to the Jamaat.
During the introductions, one young man stated that he is a member of the Waqf-e-Nau scheme and is also a hafiz of the Holy Quran. Huzooraa asked if he had memorised the entire Quran, which he affirmed. Huzooraa then enquired if he is still revising it or if he has begun to forget it. The khadim replied that he is in the process of revision. Huzooraa advised that he could lead the Tarawih prayers during Ramadan, as this would serve as an excellent means of reinforcing his memorisation.
After the introductions, the khuddam were given the opportunity to ask questions.
Addressing mental health issues
A khadim sought guidance on the role the Jamaat should play in tackling mental health issues among the youth.
Huzooraa noted that while such cases exist, they are relatively few. The primary guidance, Huzooraa stated, is that individuals facing such challenges should be taken to see a professional, such as a psychologist, to determine the cause of their condition. Huzooraa explained that sometimes issues such as bullying at school can lead to depression, which, if it flares up, can develop into a more serious mental health issue. Therefore, proper medical treatment is necessary. Huzooraa advised that parents have a particular responsibility to investigate and identify the root cause of the problem so that it can be effectively addressed.
Guidance for the ijtema at Baagh-e-Ahmad
A khadim from the East Region mentioned that the 2025 national ijtema of MKA USA would soon be held at Baagh-e-Ahmad for the first time and requested guidance for this event.
Huzooraa enquired about the size of the property and how much of it was designated for use versus how much was farmland. Huzooraa advised the khadim to learn from the practical examples of other large-scale events held by the Jamaat on similar properties. Huzooraa suggested they should observe how Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya UK organises its own ijtema on farmland and also to one day attend the Jalsa Salana UK at Hadeeqat-ul-Mahdi. By observing these events, Huzooraa noted, they would gain a practical understanding of how Baagh-e-Ahmad could be best utilised.
Balancing studies and Jamaat duties
A young khadim, aged fifteen, asked how one can balance their education with their responsibilities for the Jamaat.
Huzooraa advised him that whenever Allah provides an opportunity to serve, one should pray to Him for the capacity or tawfiq to fulfil that service. At his age, Huzooraa stated, his main objective is his education. As he wishes to become a doctor, he must work very hard and concentrate on completing his degree. Service to the Jamaat can be rendered in his spare time, such as on weekends or during holidays. He must learn to effectively distribute his time between these two important duties, but his primary objective at this age should be to complete his studies. Alongside this, he must be regular in his five daily prayers and continue to acquire religious knowledge. Huzooraa added that being a waqif-e-nau, it is his fundamental obligation and duty to offer the five daily prayers.
Strengthening one’s willpower
Another khadim asked how a person can strengthen their willpower.
Huzooraa explained that this can be achieved through two primary means. Firstly, one must pray to Allah for the strength to overcome the minor and petty issues that one encounters in life. Secondly, one must make a firm resolve in their mind that their nerves are strong and that, insha-Allah, they can overcome any difficulty. This requires mental fortitude. Huzooraa advised that one should cultivate a determined mindset; whenever a task is started, one should resolve to never give up until it is completed. By combining prayer with this determination, one can overcome any problem and thereby strengthen one’s willpower.
On keeping beards and moustaches
A question was asked regarding keeping long moustaches that hang over the lips.
Huzooraa explained that it is narrated in a hadith that the Holy Prophetsa instructed his followers to grow their beards and trim their moustaches. The beard should be grown to a reasonable length, not left to grow uncontrollably. The practical wisdom behind trimming the moustache, Huzooraa noted, is that it should not be so long that it dips into one’s glass while drinking or becomes soiled with food while eating. Huzooraa advised that it is best to act upon the commandment of Allah and His Messengersa. The sunnah is to trim the moustache and to allow the beard to grow to a reasonable length. (Sahih al-Bukhari, Kitab al-libas, Bab taqlimi l-azfar, Hadith 5892)
The Wasiyyat scheme for those with no income
A khadim asked about joining the Wasiyyat scheme for a person who has no income, is unwell and owns no property, mentioning that he thought Huzooraa had called for all Ahmadis to become musis.
Huzooraa clarified that his guidance was not as the questioner had understood it. Huzooraa explained that he had said that among the earning members who have a reasonable income and do not have excessive prior liabilities, at least 50% should be part of the Wasiyyat scheme. Furthermore, office-bearers should especially strive to be musis, as Wasiyyat is a yardstick to measure one’s commitment to financial sacrifice.
Huzooraa then explained the importance of niyyah or intention. He stated that entry into paradise is not reserved only for those who are in the scheme of Wasiyyat, as there are many other forms of righteousness. Huzooraa narrated the Quranic incident of the companions who yearned to join the Holy Prophetsa in a battle but lacked the means even for a pair of shoes to protect their feet on the journey. The Holy Prophetsa could not provide for them, but Allah the Almighty accepted their passionate desire to serve and granted them the reward for it. (Surah at-Taubah, Ch.9: V.92) Similarly, Huzooraa stated that if a person wishes to join Wasiyyat but is unable to due to having no income or being of an age where the rules of the Majlis Karpardaz do not permit it, then Allah the Almighty will reward them for their pure intention.
For the young men present, Huzoor’saa advice was to join Wasiyyat in their youth so they may spend the best part of their lives making this sacrifice.
Overcoming weakness and disciplining one’s life
A khadim asked how one can overcome personal weaknesses and better manage their time in order to progress in sincerity and sacrifice.
Huzooraa advised that the first step is to seek Allah’s help through regular and fervent five daily prayers. If one is regular in prayer, it serves as a means to bring discipline into all other activities. The next practical step is to create a daily schedule. This chart should map out the entire day, beginning with waking up for the Fajr prayer on time, if not for Tahajjud. It should include time for exercise, recitation and study of the Holy Quran with its translation and commentary to understand its commandments, time for college or professional studies and time for personal study and sleep. Salat itself, Huzooraa reiterated, is a source of discipline.
The khadim admitted that while he was regular in four daily prayers, he often missed the Fajr prayer. Huzooraa advised him that if his start to the day is not good, the rest cannot follow properly. He must start with the Fajr prayer, as this will make him regular in all his affairs and will be the key to disciplining his life, bettering his worldly activities and serving the Jamaat.
The mulaqat concluded with the khuddam having the honour of a group photograph with Huzooraa and each attendee was graciously gifted a pen.
(Summary prepared by Al Hakam)