Hazrat Amman Jan - An Inspiration for Us All — Page 85
85 Tahrik - e - Jadid Scheme in 1934. Hudur encouraged Ahmadis to adopt a simpler lifestyle in order to reduce expenses and to spend the saved money in the way of Allah Almighty. Indeed, we will ultimately abandon all our material objects when we depart this world. If we consider that Hadrat Amman Jan ra is not commemorated for her immense wealth or physical possessions but for her righteous actions, we realise that these indeed are the most valuable possessions we should aspire to acquire and bequeath our children. Hadrat Amman Jan ra encouraged her daughters and granddaughters to establish good household etiquettes and the habit of doing chores from a young age. Her great granddaughter , Amatush - Shakoor Sahibah , relates how Hadrat Amman Jan ra bought her a small cooker hob when she was young, to practice her cooking. One day, she taught her how to make lentil curry sitting alongside her, giving her gentle directions and help. She relates how Hadrat Amman Jan ra taught her with great calmness, instilling her with confidenc e. Her grandmother also taught her to make potato kebabs and potato curry out in the courtyard on this little hob, in the same casual fashion. Hadrat Amman Jan's ra grand - daughter , Amatul Mateen Sahibah , related how Hadrat Amman Jan ra patiently taught her to cook. Whilst living in Quetta, Hadrat Amman Jan ra beckoned her one day and told her to make “ egg halwah ” (a sweet pudding made of eggs). Amatul Mateen Sahibah was initially daunted by the task. However, Hadrat Amman Jan ra kindly ta lked her through the method step by step. Hadrat Amman Jan ra repeated this routine daily with her granddaughter until she became expert in the task. It was with similar patience and attention that she would train her progeny in essential household tasks. A matul Mateen Sahibah