Ahmadi Muslim by Conviction, not by birth

While COVID-19 brings widespread uncertainty, my conviction in Islam increasingly surges. As I step back to reevaluate my life and challenge my beliefs, I find myself surrendering more to the perfection of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and the power of his daily routines as embodied by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.

He cleansed himself, brushed his teeth, and retreated with family and friends to meet his Maker with specific hymns and movements at precise timings five times a day. He devoted another third of his day to serving his family and attending to their needs by doing household chores. The remaining third of his day was directed towards the service of his neighbors, upholding justice, helping the dejected and destitute, and working to build the economy. He often preached through dignified dialogue though his sublime character was enough to win the hearts of enemies. He was frequently given to intermittent fasting and charity. This constituted his spirituality as well and so much that his wife Ayesha would say, “he was the living Holy Qur’an”.

These actions alone are re calibrating, preventative, and pragmatic. Give it a try and see the results for yourself. Even research suggests that such predictable schedules, exercise, meditation, fasting, cleanliness, charity, and upholding communal ties help maintain positive physical and mental health even during major life disruptions. This is why Messiah Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (peace be upon him) observed, “By walking under his shadow for ten days one obtains that light which before him could not be obtained in a thousand years“ (Essence of Islam Vol. 1 pg. 200).

It’s in this that I find peace and experience closeness to its Divine Source reaffirming true Islamic beliefs.

Reach out for further questions at the contact:

Muhammad Ahmad, Director Outreach, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Michigan

248-677-1316 |Muhammad.Ahmad@Ahmadiyya.us | www.TrueIslam.com

About Ahmadiyya Muslim Community:

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is a dynamic, reformist and fast-growing international movement within Islam. Founded in 1889, the Community spans over 200 countries with membership exceeding tens of millions. Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA, established in 1920, is among the oldest American-Muslim organizations.

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is the only Islamic organization to believe that the long- awaited messiah has come in the person of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (1835-1908) of Qadian, India. Ahmad claimed to be the metaphorical second coming of Jesus of Nazareth and the divine guide, whose advent was foretold by the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad.

The Community believes that God sent Ahmad, like Jesus, to end religious wars, condemn bloodshed and re-institute morality, justice, and peace. Ahmad’s advent has brought about an unprecedented era of Islamic revival and moderation. He divested Muslims of fanatical beliefs and practices by vigorously championing Islam’s true and essential teachings.