Historical visit to Spain
In 1980, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community found a plot of land in Pedrobad a few miles from the cultural city of Cordoba and is here that on 9th October 1980, the Third Khalifa of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Hazrat Mirza Nasir Ahmad (may Allah have mercy on him), laid the Foundation Stone of the Basharat Mosque. This was a truly an historic moment as after a lapse of more than 700 years, the foundations of a new mosque were laid in Spain.
Addressing the congregation Hazrat Khalifatul Masih III (may Allah have mercy on him) said:
“Erecting a mosque is a matter of great importance, and it is always built with the aim that Allah alone be worshipped there. The lesson that it imparts is that all human beings, in the eye of Allah, are one whether they may be rich or poor; whether they may be learned or illiterate; whether they may be residents of Pedroabad or come from a distance of 1,000 miles or more and may be residing in Pakistan; as human beings they are all equal. Islam teaches us to live with mutual love and affection and with humility. It teaches us no distinction between a Muslim or a non–Muslim. My message to everyone is that you must have ‘Love for all, Hatred for None’”.
This drew huge applause from the people of Pedroabad. It was in this background that the spontaneous words uttered by Hazrat Khalifatul Masih III (may Allah have mercy on him) became the unique slogan/motto of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community.
Addressing the congregation Hazrat Khalifatul Masih III (may Allah have mercy on him) said:
“Erecting a mosque is a matter of great importance, and it is always built with the aim that Allah alone be worshipped there. The lesson that it imparts is that all human beings, in the eye of Allah, are one whether they may be rich or poor; whether they may be learned or illiterate; whether they may be residents of Pedroabad or come from a distance of 1,000 miles or more and may be residing in Pakistan; as human beings they are all equal. Islam teaches us to live with mutual love and affection and with humility. It teaches us no distinction between a Muslim or a non–Muslim. My message to everyone is that you must have ‘Love for all, Hatred for None’”.
This drew huge applause from the people of Pedroabad. It was in this background that the spontaneous words uttered by Hazrat Khalifatul Masih III (may Allah have mercy on him) became the unique slogan/motto of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community.
The Motto: Click any photo below to enlarge
Motto banner at the UK Annual Convention (Jalsa Salana) of the Community. The event is attended by thousands of people from all over the world and includes international VIPs, politicians, Diplomats and many non-Ahmadi/Muslim guests.
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The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community 'Message of Peace' together with its motto, was part of an extensive nationwide campaign. The theme was 'Muslims for Loyalty, Peace and freedom' for all.
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On the celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 2012, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community celebrated with a message of congratulations on London' buses. The Community also raised £250,000 for the Queen's Charities.
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Short 2.5 minute vidoescribe below on the question of "How can Ahmadis have the motto 'Love For All, Hatred For None' when there is evil in the world?"
