Loyalty to the country you live in is part of a Muslim’s faith.

Independence Day in the United States of America is a special holiday where young and the old alike celebrate it with fireworks on this day that lasts well into late evening. In addition, there are large scale arrangements of the firework by the local city governments across the cities and towns of America where people gather to enjoy the fireworks that lit up the sky as soon as the dark sets in.

Missionary Shamshad Nasir started the Dars (teachings of Islam/Ahmadiyyat) with offering his prayers that we pray that Allah May Bless the 4th of July for all of us and then conveyed his congratulations for Independence Day Celebrations. Imam Shamshad then discussed what Islam teaches us in these situations of celebratory events. “How should we celebrate 4th of July? Fireworks, holiday, parties, dance, and other such activities, these are all vain activities. Holy Qur’an says that believers must shun vanity. We as Ahmadiyya Muslim Community celebrate by thanking Allah the Almighty. The blessings of Independence Day should reflect more gratitude and thankfulness in our behavior.

As per the Islamic teachings and the clear guidance of the Holy Quran, we need to be thankful to Allah for the freedom of religious practices in our country. All types of freedom are provided here in the United States of America which if we use per Allah’s commandments, will become the true Blessings for us. There are no restrictions on any type of worship. No one stops us from praying unlike countries like Pakistan where even Ahmadi Doctors are put in trouble from serving humanity.

We need to be thankful to the authority and the administration that has made freedoms possible. We can maintain our identity. We have freedom to practice our faith so be thankful to the government and people of the USA. We should pray for the people of the USA that Allah May keep them on the right path and grant them the wisdom to run the affairs of the country properly. We should advise the administration on their responsibilities. We should write them letters just like the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him), Promised Messiah(peace be upon him) and the successors (Khulafa) of the Promised Messiah (peace be upon him) have done. We should call them/invite them to the religion of Islam.

We should also write in the press and media that there should be equal rights for all the people. The entire government should be fair and treat all citizens equally with justice. Also, we should ask the US government to stop policing the entire world because this is not their job. They should concentrate on their local problems. We should advise the government that they should not selfishly only protect their own interest. They should not kill anyone to protect these interests. They should have the interest of humanity in their hearts and minds.

The governments should adopt absolute justice. There is no peace without justice. The teachings of the Holy Qur’an about justice are very clear that we must do justice with our foes and even if it goes against our own relatives. Holy Prophet (peace be upon him) has said that there will be 7 types of people who will have shelter of Allah on the day of judgment. Imam-e-Adl is one of these types which means a Just Ruler.

We should always show love for this country. Our country needs our services. Whether it is to serve in the military or serve our communities as a volunteer, we should be ready. We should help the poor people. We should pray that Allah may remove this pandemic from this country and the world. This way we would all return our focus to God. May Allah protect us and protect this country of ours. Ameen

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 reinstitute 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.

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