A glimpse into the rich history of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat
7 February 1994: On this day in Rabwah, the editor of the Jamaat’s central newspaper Al Fazl, Naseem Saifi Sahib; its publisher and manager, Agha Saifullah Sahib; and its printer, Qazi Munir Ahmad Sahib, were arrested, along with the editor of the monthly Ansarullah magazine, Muhammaduddin Naz Sahib, and its publisher, Chaudhry Muhammad Ibrahim Sahib, reportedly due to their publications amid the ongoing persecution of Ahmadis in Pakistan. On 22 February, they were presented in a local court in handcuffs. Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IVrh urged prayers for them. Following legal proceedings, they were released on 8 March. (Silsila Ahmadiyya, Vol. 4, p. 877)
7 February 2016: On this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih Vaa inaugurated and launched the new Makhzan-e-Tasaweer website (www.makhzan.org) and the exhibition, located at the Tahir House complex in South West London. Makhzan-e-Tasaweer is working to collect and archive historical images of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jaamat.
(“World Head of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community inaugurates new Makhzan-e-Tasaweer website,” www.pressahmadiyya.com)
8 February 1974: On this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IIIrh announced a spiritual plan centred on prayers in preparation for the Centenary Jubilee of Jamaat. This plan emphasised acts of worship, including offering nawafil (voluntary prayers), fasting, and engaging in the remembrance of Allah through specific supplications. Huzoorrh affirmed that every step of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat is advancing towards the global triumph of Islam. (Khutbat-e-Nasir, Vol. 5, pp. 413–425)
8 February 1984: On this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IVrh urged members of the Jamaat to make financial sacrifices for the purchase of 500 additional cooking cauldrons to accommodate the growing needs of Jalsa Salana. This appeal was made in response to the expanding arrangements and the anticipated arrival of a large number of guests. (Silsila Ahmadiyya, Vol. 4, p. 829)
9 February 1945: On this day, the National College Lahore hosted an event highlighting the importance and need for unity between Sikhs and Muslims. Giani Wahid Hussain Sahib, an Ahmadi orator, presented key points for consideration on the matter. (Tarikh-e-Ahmadiyyat, Vol. 9, p. 559)
10 February 1900: Amidst the ongoing war in South Africa, British forces faced great difficulties against the local Boer commandos. In response to the situation, the Promised Messiahas issued an appeal for funds to support orphans, widows, and the wounded. On this day, 500 rupees were immediately collected and sent to the chief secretary of the Punjab Government. Later, the lieutenant governor expressed gratitude to the Promised Messiahas on behalf of the government for this donation. (Life of Ahmad by AR Dardra, 2008, pp. 720-721)
10 February 1925: On this day, Hazrat Musleh-e-Maudra initiated a special fund to expand tabligh efforts in Europe and invited Jamaat members to donate 100,000 rupees towards this cause. Ahmadis contributed the required amount within three months. (Tarikh-e-Ahmadiyyat, Vol. 4, p. 515)
11 February 1955: On this day, a delegation representing Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya UK met the Prime Minister of Ceylon in London and presented him with a copy of the English translation of the Holy Quran. The Birmingham Post and other newspapers reported on this event. (Tarikh-e-Ahmadiyyat, Vol. 17, p. 312)
12 February 1946: On this day, the Arya Samaj’s Delhi chapter convened an interfaith conference where Hazrat Maulana Abul Ata Jalandharira also delivered a speech. Tej newspaper published a summary of his speech. The title for this conference was “My religion is not an obstacle to the development of the country.” (Tarikh-e-Ahmadiyyat, Vol. 9, p. 619)
12 February 1988: On this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IVrh delivered the Friday sermon at Saltpond, Ghana, during his visit to Africa. In his sermon, Huzoorrh highlighted the history of Ghana, advised the people of Ghana on economic self-reliance, and assured them of the Jamaat’s support and cooperation. (Khutbat-e-Tahir, Vol. 7, pp. 83-90)
13 February 1966: The Taleem-ul-Islam College Basketball Club Rabwah organised the All-Pakistan Basketball Tournament under its auspices. The competition was held in two sections, the club section and the college and school sections, which began on February 10. On this day, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IIIrh graced the final match of the club section and had a meeting with the players. (Tarikh-e-Ahmadiyyat, Vol. 23, p. 709)
13 February 1983: On this day, during his visit to Karachi, Hazrat Khalifatul Masih IVrh delivered a speech at the joint meeting of the Karachi Jamaat, its auxiliary organisations, and the Engineers’ Association. (Silsila Ahmadiyya, Vol. 4, p. 821)