About The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat

The Annual Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Jalsa Salana Gathering

About the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat is a minority sect within Islam originating in the late 19th century. Members of the Jamaat believe that their founder, Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, was the Promised Messiah and Mahdi, and that he restored the original teachings of Islam.

What is the Jalsa Salana?

Origins of the Jalsa Salana

The Jalsa Salana is the annual general meeting of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat and has been held since 1891. The first Jalsa Salana was a small gathering in Qadian, India, attended by 75 members of the Jamaat. The event grew in size and scope over the years, and today it is a major international event that attracts hundreds of thousands of attendees from around the world.

The Jalsa Salana Today

The Jalsa Salana is now a global event, with major gatherings held in the United Kingdom, Germany, Pakistan and Canada. The main event is the annual gathering at Badshahi Mosque, Lahore, Pakistan. The Jalsa Salana is usually held over three days and includes sermons, lectures, exhibitions, and a variety of cultural and sporting events.

The Importance of the Jalsa Salana

The Jalsa Salana is a significant event for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat. It is a time for members to come together and renew their spiritual commitment. The event also provides an opportunity to meet and socialize with other members of the Jamaat. The Jalsa Salana is also a major outreach event, and many non-Ahmadis attend to learn more about the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat and its teachings.

The Jalsa Salana in Germany

The Jalsa Salana in Germany is one of the largest Muslim gatherings in Europe. The event is held annually on a farm near Alton, Hampshire. The Jalsa Salana attracts tens of thousands of attendees from across Europe.

The Jalsa Salana in the United Kingdom

The Jalsa Salana in the United Kingdom is held annually at Bai'tul Futuh, the largest mosque in Western Europe. The event attracts tens of thousands of attendees from across the UK.

The Jalsa Salana in Pakistan

The Jalsa Salana in Pakistan is the largest Muslim gathering in the world. The event is held annually in Rabwah, Pakistan. The Jalsa Salana attracts millions of attendees from across Pakistan and around the world.