MATERIAL AND DOWNLOADS
Resources
Theme material, syllabus, reading and downloads for the 2026 Ijtema.
Ijtema 2026
Photos & Videos
Photographs and recordings from across the three days.
Ijtema 2026
Programme Guide
Ijtema 2026 Programme Guide
Full programme guide for the Ansarullah UK Annual Ijtema 2026, including the programme, site map and visitor information.
This year's theme
Durood & Istighfar
When Durood and Istighfar become part of our daily lives, they bring countless blessings in this world and the Hereafter.
Spiritual elevation
Durood draws us closer to the Holy Prophet (saw) and elevates our spiritual station.
Divine mercy
Istighfar brings Allah's forgiveness, mercy, and protection in every aspect of life.
Solutions to problems
Both are keys to relief from worries, financial difficulties and difficult situations.
Success in this world and the Hereafter
They bring barakah in time, wealth, health and lead to eternal success.
Durood
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Durood in the Holy Qur'an
The verse in which Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Holy Prophet (saw), and the believers are commanded to do the same.
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Hadith on Durood
Three narrations on invoking blessings upon the Holy Prophet (saw), and what is promised in return.
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The Promised Messiah (as) on Durood
Passages on how invoking blessings upon the Holy Prophet (saw) sets divine grace in motion.
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Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V (aba) on reciting Durood
How can one infuse passion into the recitation of Durood? Answers given in a letter of 25 December 2019.
Istighfar
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Istighfar in the Qur'an and Hadith
Seeking forgiveness opens the doors of Allah's mercy, removes worries and brings peace to the heart.
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The true meaning of Istighfar
Two passages from the Malfoozat on what Istighfar actually is: seeking strength from God, not pardon for sin alone.
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Istighfar and the eternal yearning for perfection
Why seeking forgiveness is not an admission of fault alone, but a sign of vitality and the aspiration to rise further.
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Five lessons on seeking forgiveness
Five insights on Istighfar, drawn from the sayings of the Promised Messiah (as) in the Malfuzat.
Daily practice
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Making Durood and Istighfar a daily habit
Let Durood and Istighfar become your constant companion, morning and evening, in ease and difficulty.
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An appeal for prayers from Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V (aba)
Three recitations Hazrat Khalifatul Masih V (aba) asked everyone to recite, with the prescribed counts.
Theme documents
- Durood & Istighfar — theme booklet
- Reading list
- Related sermonsNot published
- Theme resources on ansar.org.ukNot published
Take Part
Syllabus and preparation
- Syllabus — English(opens in a new tab)
- Syllabus — Urdu(opens in a new tab)
- Competition rules
- Full programme
- Sports fixtures
Forms and requests
Forms and requests
Registration
Accommodation request
Through your regional Qaid.
Care & Support request
Speak to your Qaid, who will pass it to the Care & Support team.