Islamabad, Tilford, 11 January 2026: A delegation of khuddam from the West Coast of the USA had the blessed opportunity of a mulaqat with Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih Vaa.
The mulaqat commenced as Huzooraa graced the hall with his presence and extended his salaam. The amir-e-qafilah introduced the group, explaining that the khuddam hailed from two Regions of Majlis Khuddam-ul-Ahmadiyya USA, namely Southwest and Northwest, representing cities such as Seattle, Sacramento, Silicon Valley, Phoenix, San Diego and largely from Los Angeles.
Following this, each khadim had the opportunity to introduce himself. During the introductions, Huzooraa engaged with the members. To a khadim of Indonesian heritage who introduced himself in Urdu but admitted his proficiency was limited, Huzooraa encouraged him, saying he could learn the language. Upon meeting a kidney specialist, Huzooraa advised him to dedicate time to waqf-e-arzi in one of the Jamaat’s hospitals. Another khadim, serving as the General Secretary of the Los Angeles Jamaat, conveyed the salaam of his entire Jamaat, to which Huzooraa graciously responded with prayers.
After the introductions, the khuddam were granted permission to ask questions.
Finding hope after loss
A khadim shared a deeply personal struggle, explaining that he and his wife had suffered the heartbreak of two miscarriages. He expressed that the pain was intense and they were both afraid to try again despite being young and healthy. He sought Huzoor’saa guidance on how to find the hope to try again.
Huzooraa listened to him and enquired about the details, asking if they had any children, to which the khadim replied in the negative. Huzooraa asked about the medical care they were receiving and the khadim confirmed they were under the supervision of doctors.
Huzooraa acknowledged the severity of the pain, noting that it is especially difficult for a mother to bear such loss. However, he advised the couple to “never give up and never lose hope”. He urged them to pray to Allah the Almighty, assuring them that Allah would help them, insha-Allah. Huzooraa graciously instructed the khadim to inform him when his wife conceives next, offering to send homoeopathic medicine if they wished. He concluded with a prayer that Allah may bless them with a healthy, long-living child.
Dealing with the grief of losing a parent
A khadim spoke about the loss of his father a few years prior, mentioning how deeply connected his father was to the Jamaat, even during illness. He expressed that he missed him dearly and often wished he could ask him questions. He asked how to navigate these feelings of sadness.
Huzooraa advised him to reflect on his father’s character, his service to the Jamaat and his conduct with people, all of which the khadim admired. He reminded him that he knew his father’s desires and wishes for his children. Therefore, the best way to comfort his father’s soul in Paradise is to try to fulfil those pious wishes and follow in his footsteps of good character and conduct. Huzooraa also advised him to continue praying for his father.
Overcoming shyness and gaining confidence
A 15-year-old khadim stated that being an introvert, he finds it difficult to interact with people at school and at the mosque.
Huzooraa encouraged him to build confidence. He explained that the issue was not a dislike for interaction, but rather shyness. Huzooraa stressed that an Ahmadi must be confident. Without confidence and proper exposure, one cannot interact effectively with people, which hinders the duty of tabligh and preaching. Huzooraa advised him to specifically pray during his salat that Allah removes this weakness and grants him the confidence to speak to people properly.
Wisdom of Prophets vs intellect of scientists
A question was raised regarding whether the wisdom of Prophets or the Khulafa could be compared to the IQ of scientists like Albert Einstein and how one can prove the superiority of spiritual wisdom.
Huzooraa explained that there is a fundamental difference. Prophets are guided by Allah the Almighty in every respect. The Khulafa, while guided, can sometimes make minor errors in judgement; however, Allah ensures that such mistakes do not harm the Jamaat and ultimately brings about a good end or rectifies the matter.
Regarding scientists, Huzooraa noted that their intellect and capacity for hard work are also blessings from Allah. Through the law of nature, anyone, religious or not, who uses their God-given mind and strives will achieve results. However, there are also scientists who are religious, such as the Nobel Laureate Dr Abdus Salam, who stated that he found guidance for his research in the hundreds of verses of the Holy Quran. Huzooraa explained that two laws are at work: the law of nature, which rewards effort with results and the law of sharia, which brings both religious blessings and the fruits of one’s labour.
Judgement after death
A khadim asked if a person is judged immediately upon death or if they must wait until the Day of Judgement.
Huzooraa clarified that judgement begins immediately. A person who does good deeds enters a state of Paradise upon death, though not the ultimate station, while those who do evil enter a state of punishment.
Huzooraa explained that on the Day of Judgement, Allah will call the souls again for the final decision. Those who were already rewarded will be granted a higher status. For those who have received their punishment, Allah may choose to forgive some and admit them into Paradise, while others may require further punishment in another stage of Hell. Huzooraa referred the khadim to The Philosophy of the Teachings of Islam by the Promised Messiahas for a detailed understanding, noting that he had also answered this question in detail in a previous issue of Al Hakam.
The joy of children’s letters
A khadim asked what aspect of the letters Huzooraa receives from children brings him the greatest joy.
Huzooraa smiled and remarked that sometimes he does not even fully understand what the very young children are trying to say, as they have only scribbled some lines on the paper, but he appreciates them by praying for them. He expressed happiness that so many children write to him to share their sentiments. Even when a child writes just a few lines and the parents provide an interpretation – whether accurate or their own – Huzooraa feels joy that the children are attached to the Jamaat, have respect for it, ask for prayers and believe in Allah. He reiterated his advice to parents to maintain a close, interactive relationship with their children, especially as they reach the age of 15 or 16, to ensure they remain connected to the Jamaat.
Parenting through difficult ages
Huzooraa was asked which age of his own children he found most difficult to handle as a parent.
Huzooraa replied that he did not find any situation particularly difficult. He explained that if parents have a good relationship with their children, the children will follow their guidance. Children should have the confidence that their parents are their friends who will listen to them and help overcome their challenges. If this confidence is established, training them is not difficult at any age. However, Huzooraa noted that after the age of 15, the environment can cause children to deviate from basic Islamic morality. At this stage, parents should keep a closer watch while maintaining a friendly relationship.
Staying away from evil as a teenager
A young teenager asked how he could avoid the evils that are easy to fall into and remain steadfast in faith.
Huzooraa stated that since the khadim already knows the difference between good and bad, he can try to avoid the bad. He advised him to read the Holy Quran, study Jamaat literature and listen to the Friday sermons to reinforce this knowledge.
Huzooraa emphasised that offering the five daily prayers sincerely is the key protection, as Allah promises that prayer saves one from indecency. Satan has vowed to mislead people, but by praying, “O Allah, keep me on the right path,” Allah will protect them. This is why we recite “اِہۡدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الۡمُسۡتَقِیۡمَ” repeatedly in Surah al-Fatihah. Huzooraa also advised using one’s intellect, avoiding bad company – especially friends involved in addictions – and not wasting time on screens.
Career guidance for waqifeen-e-nau
A waqif-e-nau khadim asked what career path he should pursue if not becoming a murabbi and which career allows one to serve the Jamaat the most.
Huzooraa reiterated that waqifeen-e-nau can enter any field – medicine, teaching, engineering, law – that they find appropriate. When the khadim asked which career best serves the Jamaat, Huzooraa explained that one can serve the Jamaat in any capacity and field, provided one has the determination to do so. One should not later use their career as an excuse to say they are too busy for Jamaat work. Upon learning that the khadim was better at computer science than science subjects, Huzooraa advised him to pursue computer science.
Conclusion
At the conclusion of the mulaqat, the amir-e-qafilah expressed gratitude to Huzooraa for his kindness and hospitality towards the khuddam from the US. He then requested, beloved Huzooraa, to also visit America so that they may have the honour of hosting him. Huzooraa responded with a smile.
The group then had the honour of a photograph with Huzooraa, after which Huzooraa took his leave.
(Summary prepared by Al Hakam)
