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106 implementation of Allah’s commandments only brings blessings. Even in Third world countries of Africa that are extremely underdeveloped, as people are becoming educated and trained and entering into the fold of Ahmadiyyat, they are also adopting modest clothing and moving towards observing Purda. And in families where there was a custom of wearing a Burqa, if their girls discard it and start wearing jeans and a blouse, then it would be extremely worrisome. We claim that we are here to morally train the world. So, it is quite upsetting to witness some of our own people not conforming to the Islamic traditions and directives. . . May Allah the Almighty always enable us to tread the path of righteousness, in its very essence. And may we never be the ones who exploit religion for the sake of fulfilling personal desires. Always remember that an Ahmadi woman and an Ahmadi girl hold a high status. Allah and His Prophetsa have taught you ways to hold firm to righteousness. In this day and age, the Promised Messiah as has elaborated on these ways for us. Tread on these paths and adhere to these commandments without having a complex of any type. Tell the world openly that none other than Islam has protected women’s rights and established women’s honour in the society. O those who are indulged in the extravagance of the world! If you wish to create a peace-loving society, then embrace the teachings of Islam. You (Ahmadi members) should be imparting this lesson to them rather than being taken in by their remarks and developing complexes. Tell them that now if they wish to establish their dignity, they should accept Islam. If they want to make their homes like paradise, then they should follow us. ” (Address to Ladies, Jalsa Salana United Kingdom, July 31, 2004, Al-Fazl International, April 24, 2015)