Published on Jul 02 2010 by Athar Naseer

 

For the past few weeks the Region has been holding discussion forums in Baitul Futuh based on common arguments against Ahmadiyyat. Our first sessions have centred on the apt theme of 'Finality of Prophethood'. The aim and purpose is really for us as Ahmadis to understand our faith better, to give us confidence to defend our faith and get together to share knowledge.

 

There are no criteria for attending, other than wanting to learn and a keenness' to share your views and experiences. What has made these classes interesting are the diverse personalities that have joined us including, young students, professionals, new Ahmadis, those that are active in Tabligh and those who are learning for the first time. In essence this forum provides us as Ahmadis an avenue to take time out from our busy lives and evaluate our understanding of Ahmadiyyat and how we can apply our philosophy in the modern world.

 

The forums are every Thursday and we have been joined each week by respected Maulana Bajwa Sahib who has given us deep insight into the ‘art’ of debate and how to conclusively relate the Quran and Hadith in answering common allegations.

 

The sessions are broken into the following format:

 

-       Tilawat and Du'a

-       Presentation from a Khadim or group of Khuddam

-       Open discussion

-       Feedback from Maulana Naseem Ahmad Bajwa Sahib

-       Question and Answer Session

 

All in all, the class runs for 1 hour 15 minutes after which we break for Maghrib/Ishaa prayers.

 

Alhamdulillah the classes have been going well with numbers ranging between 25-40. This is still a pilot scheme and our aim is to make this an interactive and informative session for all Khuddam and older Atfal.