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INTRODUCTION By the Grace of Allah, Lajna Section Central has been blessed with the opportunity to publish a book on the topic of Purda (the veil) in compliance with the instructions of His Holiness Hazrat Khalīfatul- Masīh V (may Allah be his Helper!). Al-Hamdo lill ā h! This book includes extracts of Friday sermons, addresses, and messages of Hazrat Khalīfatul-Masīh V (may Allah be his Helper), as well as invaluable guidance and insightful instructions he has given in various classes and Majalis ‘Amila from the inception of his Khilāfat to 2017. This book is particularly beneficial for Ahmadi women as it imparts insightful knowledge on the sheer importance and blessings of the Islamic commandment of Purda. Furthermore, this book is not only beneficial for women but also helpful in explaining to men the sagacious Qurānic teaching of chastity and lowering of the gaze (ghadd-e-basar). By following these teachings, both men and women can be shielded from the moral vices prevalent in the present age. May Allah enable us to adopt these precious guidelines and instructions as our guiding light so that we are able to act upon them! Amīn! In preparation of the book, Rizwana Nisar Sahiba (Mu‘avina, Lajna Section Central) has worked hard to prepare the extracts and references in this manuscript and fulfilled this responsibility in a commendable manner. Furthermore, we had the guidance and cooperation of Mahmood Ahmad Malik Sahib (Waqf-e-Zindagi & Helper at Al-Fazl International London) throughout the entire process of preparing this book. May Allah grant them the best of rewards! Amīn! Humbly, Rehana Ahmad In-charge, Lajna Section Central