The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Imam Imad Al Masri: The Muslim community spreading peace in Israel and beyond
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Feb 27, 2026 Imam Imad Al Masri, a Jordanian-born Ahmadiyya leader in Haifa who advocates interfaith dialogue and peace-building. He discusses the Ahmadiyya origins and motto, global humanitarian projects, relations with other Muslim groups and risks in the region. He recounts outreach after October 7, work in Gaza during wartime, and a persistent call for unity against extremism.
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Ahmadiyya Presents A Universal Reformers Message
- The Ahmadiyya sect frames Mirza Ghulam Ahmad as a universal reformer whose message unites religions under love not violence.
- Imam Imad explains the motto "love for all, hatred for none" and that the movement reinterprets Islam toward humanitarian, modern-friendly readings.
Practical Service Drove Ahmadiyya Global Growth
- Ahmadiyya expanded globally by combining mosque-building, translations, and humanitarian services to make its peaceful message practical.
- Imam Imad cites 75+ Quran translations, hospitals, water pumps, and schools as credibility-building activities.
Tension Stems From Interpretation Not Ritual
- Ahmadiyya's theological differences are limited and its main friction comes from challenging entrenched interpretations, not core rituals.
- Imam Imad notes some former extremists converted after engaging with Ahmadiyya teachings, showing persuasive power.