About Jalsa Salana
The Jalsa Salana is the three-day annual convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat. Regularly held since 1983, this year it takes place for the 43rd time in Switzerland and is thus the largest regular meeting of Muslims in this country.
The history of this event goes back to 1891, when the founder of the reform movement, Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani(as), called out Jalsa Salana for the first time in Qadian (India). Since then it has firmly established itself in many countries of the world. For example, the Jalsa Salana in Germany and England, with over 30,000 participants each, are the largest Muslim gatherings in Europe.
Purpose of Jalsa Salana
„The primary purpose of this Convention is to enable every sincere individual to personally experience religious benefits; They may enhance their knowledge and –due to their being blessed and enabled by Allah, The Exalted- their perception [ of Allah ] may progress. Among its secondary benefits is that this congregational meeting together will promote mutual introduction among all brothers, and it will strengthen the fraternal ties within this Community.“ (Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad QadianiAS - Majmoo‘ah Ishtiharat Band I, S. 340)
"The aim and purpose of the Jalsa is for the members of our Jamaat to make such a change in themselves that their hearts turn completely to the Hereafter. They should develop the fear of God in themselves and become models of virtue, respect for God and compassion for others. They should prove mutual love and brotherhood to each other. They should be gentle, humble and true and ready to spread the faith." (Roohani Khazain, Band 6, Shahadatul Quran, S.394)
Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat is an Islamic reform community founded in 1889 by Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad(as) from Qadian India (1835-1908), - who claimed God's command to be Promised Messiah and Mahdi of Islam for all mankind prophesied by the Holy Prophet Muhammad(saw). His task from Allah was not to found a new religion, but to revive Islam in its original peaceful form and to reform the Muslims.
The community is one of the largest Islamic organizations in Switzerland. The first German translation of the Holy Quran (1954) and the construction of the first mosque in Switzerland (Mahmud Mosque Zurich, 1963) are considered pioneering achievements. The main concern is also to clear up superstitions and errors introduced by people and to eliminate prejudices against Islam through enlightenment. Away from blind fanaticism, it rejects all violence and terror in the name of religion.
The Worldwide Head
The fifth caliph of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad(atba) occupies a unique position in the world of Islam, for it is he who, as the purely spiritual head of all Ahmadi Muslims, has a theological authority that has reached global proportions for tens of millions of followers far beyond national borders. The Caliph who presides over a purely spiritual Caliphate is the successor of Hazrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Qadiani(as), reformer of the Latter Days. The current Caliph is a graduate agricultural economist and spent several years of his life in Ghana/Africa under the auspices of the "Nusrat Jahan Scheme". There he supervised various development aid projects. After his return he worked in various institutions of the community. In 2003 His Holiness was elected the fifth Caliph of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat. He is strongly committed to international and interdenominational peace and repeatedly calls on the international community to establish a humane society based on tolerance and justice.
Program
The program consists mainly of daily prayers, lectures and poems (recited a capella). The detailed programme of this year's Annual Convention with speeches and speakers can be found below.
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11.00
Registration
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12.30
Lunch
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13.15
Friday and Asr Prayers
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14.00
Friday Sermon by His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V (atba)
MTA Live Broadcast -
16.25
Flag Hoisting
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16.30
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Translation
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16.40
Poem
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16.50
Message of His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V (atba)
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17.10
Opening Address & Silent Prayer
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17.40
The Character Traits of the Promised Messiah (as)
Speech in Urdu by Mr. Faheem Khan, Missionary & Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Switzerland -
18.10
Avoiding Bad Customs - An Essential Obligation of the Pledge of Allegiance (Bai'at)
Speech in Urdu by Mr. Zahid Ismail Butt -
18.40
Important Announcements
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18.45
Dinner
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21.30
Maghrib & Isha Prayers
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03.30
Tahajud Prayer
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04.15
Fajr Prayer & Darsul Quran
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08.30
Breakfast
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10.45
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Translation
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10.55
Poem
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11.05
The advantages of benevolence / positive thinking and the disadvantages of mistrust
Speech in Urdu by Mr Faiz Ahmed Khan, Missionary & Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Switzerland -
11.35
The Islamic teaching of tolerance and respect for all people
Speech in German by Mr. Qasim Khan -
12.05
Poem
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12.15
The Critical State of the World - What is the Roadmap for Peace?
Speech in German by Mr. Ataul-Haque Lujo Mikulicic -
12.50
Lunch
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15.00
Zohr & Asr Prayers
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15.20
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Translation
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15.30
Poem
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15.40
The noble character of the Holy Prophet (saw): Fulfilment of contracts
Speech in Urdu by Mr. Abdul Wahab Tayyab, Missionary & Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Switzerland -
16.10
The true Khilafat, the guarantor of unity and community
Speech in German by Mr. Iftikhar Ahmed, Missionary & Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat UK -
16.40
Poem
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16.50
The best among you is the one who treats his family members best.
Speech in Urdu by Mr. Shamim Qazi -
17.20
Q & A Session
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18.30
Dinner
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21.30
Maghrib & Isha Prayers
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10.45
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Translation
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10.55
Poem
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11.05
Strengthening our home with love and patience - a task for all family members
Speech in Urdu by Ms. Hamida Shamim Qazmi -
11.25
Influence of spirituality on mental strength and resilience
Speech in German by Ms. Maria Farooq Tahir -
11.45
Poem
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11.55
How can we fulfil our covenant of brotherhood with the Promised Messiah (as)?
Speech in Urdu by Ms. Dr. Qudsia Khan -
12.15
Award ceremony for academic achievements
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03.30
Tahajud Prayer
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04.15
Fajr Prayer & Darsul Quran
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08.30
Breakfast
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10.45
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Translation
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10.55
Poem
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11.05
The role of Salaat (prayer) in a hectic everyday life
Speech in German by Mr. Mahmood Ahmad Malhi, Missionary & Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Germany -
11.35
The pledge of alegiance of Bai'at and our responsibilities
Speech in Urdu by Mr. Munir Ahmad Munawar, Leitender Missionary & Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Switzerland -
12.05
Poem
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12.15
Faith over the worldly - setting priorities in a materialistic world
Speech in German by Mr. Walid Tariq Tarnutzer, Amir & Präsident der Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Switzerland -
12.45
Lunch
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15.00
Zohr & Asr Prayers
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15.20
Recitation of the Holy Quran & Translation
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15.30
Poem
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15.40
Award ceremony for academic achievements
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15.45
Message of His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad, Khalifatul Masih V (atba)
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16.00
Closing address and Dua (silent prayer)
Speech in Urdu by Mr. Naseer Ahmad Qamar, Additional Wakeel-ul-Ishaat UK
The Speakers
At the Jalsa Salana, top-class speakers will have their say. Important religious and social topics are presented in the light of the Holy Qur'an, the traditions of the Holy Prophet Muhammad(saw) and the sayings of the Promised Messiah(as) and his caliphs. Detailed programm with Speeches and Speakers will be published on May 1st 2025.
Mr. Walid Tariq Tarnutzer
Amir / President of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Munir Ahmad Munawar
Missionary Incharge and Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Naseer Ahmad Qamar
Additional Wakeel-ul-Ishaat UK
Mr. Faiz Ahmed Khan
Imam and Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Abdul Wahab Tayyab
Imam and Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Faheem Khan
Imam and Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Iftikhar Ahmed
Imam and Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community GB
Mr. Mahmood Ahmad Malhi
Imam and Theologian of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Deutschland
Mr. Qasim Khan
National Secretary Talim (education) of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Zahid Ismail Butt
Member of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
Mr. Ataulhaque Lujo Mikulicic
Member of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Switzerland
How to find us?
Nuur Mosque (Parking)
Haslistrasse 25, 8554 Wigoltingen, Switzerland
The Nuur Mosque is the second mosque of Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat Switzerland. Since 2008 the Jalsa Salana has been held regularly on the grounds of the Nuur Mosque.
The car parks are divided between P1 and P4. Please strictly follow the instructions of the car park scouts. A shuttle service will operate between car park P4 and the Jalsa Salana venue.
Special program for guests
A special feature of Jalsa Salana is an Islamic exhibition and the special programme for guests on 5th July 2025, as well as special guests from abroad, such as visitors from the fields of culture, religion, politics and good friends of the community, who are given the opportunity to address a short greeting to those present. The detailed programme and the invitation letter can be found here.
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11.45
Registration
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12.10
Speech: «The Critical State of the World - What is the Roadmap for Peace?»
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12.45
Lunch
Contact
If you have any inquiries or comments about Jalsa Salana and suggestions for improvement, please contact us.