VIDEO: Quote of the week
Speech by His Highness the Aga Khan at the inauguration of Amir Aqsunqur Mosque, Cairo, Egypt, 2 May 2015. Read full speech: ...
Support AKU's response to the COVID-19 pandemic
[H/T SIMERG] -- AKU is on the front lines of the response to this unprecedented health challenge. Our dedicated physicians, nurses and other medical staff are working tirelessly to save lives. You can support our efforts to secure specialised medical equipment, provide testing and life-saving care to the vulnerable through our Patient Welfare Programme, and address the needs of our physicians and healthcare personnel during this extraordinary time. We are immensely grateful for the outpouring of support and encouragement that we have received from all our supporters. The COVID-19 Fund would support the following ...
AKAH project improves water supply in Tajikistan
Tajikistan, 20 March 2020 - Under the Safe Drinking Water and Sanitation Management Project (SWSMT), the Aga Khan Agency for Habitat Tajikistan (AKAH), successfully completed technical feasibility, hazard and environmental assessments for water supply systems for 75 targeted villages. It also established a rigorous water quality testing laboratory. AKAH, a co-implementer of the four-year SWSMT project led by the Aga Khan ...
VIDEO: Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad Qawwali Ensemble Part II
The concert was originally to be hosted at the Museum, co-produced with the Kabir Center for Arts & Culture and sponsored by the Gulshan and Pyarali G. Nanji Family Foundation, with support from the Ontario Arts Council. ...
How to homeschool your kids like a pro during coronavirus quarantine
NYPOST.COM -- [ISMAILI DIGEST ED: For our many past articles on this subject, please search Ismaili Digest for "homeschool".] ARTICLE: "To be honest, I didn't really have a clue what I was doing, but we muddled through," says Falik, 41. "It wound up being a fun, successful morning." Muddling through -- at least during the early days of home education -- is exactly what expert Courtney Ostaff, recommends to parents considering that option. What about simulating that classroom experience? Do kids really need a separate learning space? Ostoff says parents shouldn't worry about it. "All you really need is a flat surface like a kitchen or dining table," she says. Her general rule of thumb regarding time spent homeschooling is 15 minutes for each year of a child's life. Therefore a 6-year-old would receive tuition for 90 minutes, while an 8-year-old would get two hours. For established homeschoolers ...
Paintings often represented metaphors for the ideals of a mystic such as enlightenment
From the Greek myein, "to close the eyes," mysticism "contains something mysterious, not to be reached by ordinary means or by intellectual effort." In its widest sense, "it may be defined as the consciousness of the One Reality - be it called Wisdom, Light, Love..."(Mystical Dimension of Islam p 3-4). Therefore "this cannot be explained by any normal mode of perception; ...
Coronavirus Updates and Resources
UK -- The National Council and Ismaili Tariqah and Religious Education Board for the United Kingdom Jurisdiction have published the following information in light of the COVID-19 Pandemic. These are community updates, resources to cope with changes in lifestyle and health updates. Some of these are summaries of recommendations by the United Kingdom Jurisdiction Governments, but many of these are available ...
Jobspot
UK -- Employment Support from the Aga Khan Economic Planning Board Recently, supermarkets across the country have announced their intention to recruit thousands of temporary staff. There is also an increased demand for drivers and warehouse operatives with variable working hours and night shifts available. This may be of particular interest to those members of the Jamat who are currently facing ...
VIDEO: Navroz Mubarak - with love from the Far East
Experience the richness and diversity of the Far East countries -- the institutional leadership and community wishes everyone globally Navroz Mubarak. ...
The Church of Darwin
DISCOVERY.ORG -- VIA THE WALL STREET JOURNAL -- A Chinese paleontologist lectures around the world saying that recent fossil finds in his country are inconsistent with the Darwinian theory of evolution. His reason: The major animal groups appear abruptly in the rocks over a relatively short time, rather than evolving gradually from a common ancestor as Darwin's theory predicts. When this conclusion upsets American scientists, he wryly comments: "In China we can criticize Darwin but not the government. In America you can criticize the government but not Darwin." The reason evolution is so controversial is that it is the main scientific prop for scientific naturalism. All the most prominent Darwinists proclaim naturalistic philosophy. Richard Dawkins exults that Darwin "made it possible to be an intellectually fulfilled atheist" ... Here's just one example of how real science is replaced by flim-flam. The standard textbook example of natural selection involves a species of finches in the Galapagos ...
Intelligent Design in Biology: the Current Situation and Future Prospects
DISCOVERY.ORG -- [ISMAILI DIGEST ED: Mawlana Sultan Muhammad Shah, 1956: "The young Waezin should each try and find new arguments based on the discoveries in all branches of science for keeping the human soul like [sic] the ocean with the Divine wisdom and power."] ARTICLE: Although naturalistic dogma has dominated public education for a half century, its mandarins have failed to convince. I receive regular inquiries even from some of the world's most thoroughly secularized nations that indicate skepticism toward evolutionary naturalism. Clearly, reports of the death of God have been greatly exaggerated. That Darwinist authorities find public scrutiny of their theory so threatening indicates to me that there is a hidden insecurity in their intellectual position which will eventually become so visible it can no longer be concealed. One early sign of that came in December 2004 when the famed atheist philosopher Anthony Flew announced that he had converted to philosophical theism [and then published "There is a God: How the world's most notorious atheist changed his mind"]. Scientific discoveries and related reasoning had convinced him that there is an intelligent designer of the natural universe. A genuinely confident scientific culture ...
Working from home and looking after children
UK -- Balancing working from home with looking after children is a challenge during normal times, let alone in times like this. In this article we have shared some ideas to help you create an approach that works for you and the family. Working from home Working from home used to be a flexible form of working that an employee would ...
Afsheen Ali: Ya Allah, Ya Muhammad, Ya Ali
By Afsheen Ali Last week marked an astonishing week in history of Ismaili Muslims. As the Coronavirus started spreading rapidly, calls started coming that our Jamat khana has been shutdown until ...
Samira Noorali (@SamiraNoorali) | Ali Goyam | Impressions of Devotion
The Sufi piece Ali GOYAM, recomposed by Samira Noorali, is the first track from the Impressions of Devotion album. It explores #cultural fusion, especially neoclassical ideas from the East and West: ...
Adiyah (8) explains meaning of Haft Seen for Nowruz
Sharing this video with written consent from parents. Adiyah Shah (8) from Adelaide, Australia explains meaning of Haft Seen and wishes Navroz Mubarak to ALL who are celebrating. ...
VIDEO: Prince Aly Muhammad & Prince Hussain visit DJC
Prince Hussain and Prince Aly Muhammad attended the International Arts Festival at the Diamond Jubilee Celebration on 8 July. ...
WhatsApp: Launch of the Local Council's Broadcast Channel
Portugal -- In order to improve communication between the Local Council and the Jamat, the Council's WhatsApp Broadcasting Channel is launched today. Read on for more information on how to join and benefit from this new service. Given the current constraints experienced worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic, society in general is having to adapt and find new and creative ways ...
VIDEO: Navroz Mubarak Song
Global -- To commemorate Navroz, The Ismaili is excited to release a new song entitled 'Navroz Mubarak.' With lyrics in English, Hindi, Farsi, Gujarati, Russian, Portuguese, Burushaski, Arabic, and a touch of Shughni rap, this creative expression of love and gratitude features over 100 Ismaili artists from 14 countries, reflecting our global celebration of Navroz together as One Jamat. ...
Online Canadian Navroz Programme 2020
RESCHEDULED -- LIVE WEBCAST -- ISMAILI INSTITUTIONS FOR CANADA -- SATURDAY, MARCH 21 2020 (NEW TIMES): 3:30pm Vancouver (PDT) ~ 4:30pm Calgary (MDT) ~ 5:30pm Winnipeg (CDT) ~ 6:30pm Toronto (EST) ~ 8:00pm St. John's (NDT) ~~ The official, online Canadian Navroz Program will include addresses from leadership, "Navroz: Grace & Mercy" and music video interludes. It will be streamed live at: iicanada.org/live ...
Online UK Navroz Programme 2020
LIVE WEBCAST -- ISMAILI INSTITUTIONS FOR UK -- SATURDAY, MARCH 21 2020: 6:00pm London (GMT) ~~ The formal UK Navroz Program will be streamed live. Click this post to view. ...
34th Imam - Gharib Mirza - by Mumtaz Ali Tajddin
GOOGLE.COM -- Imam Gharib Mirza assumed the Imamate in 1493 and moved to Anjudan, where he was known as Gharib Mirza i.e., "an unknown stranger," and kept himself completely out of politics, passing the a life of darwish. Anjudan is situated at the foot of relatively low rocky range in central Iran. Ismailis began settling there slowly, probably during Imam Mustansir billah II's time, and had taken up agriculture. It is said that Imam Gharib Mirza mastered the botany and, with his knowledge, the village of Anjudan was turned into a fertile tract. Anjudan was the Ismaili mission's cradle in the post-Alamut era and when the dawa system, after the fall of Alamut, was systematically reorganized. Imam Gharib Mirza accepted Ismaili offerings and blessed them with written guidances, bearing his signature and seal. In Anjudan, near the mausoleum of Imam Mustansir billah II, ...
Karim Barolia: Ismaili Anthem - Guitar Recital
May tomorrow brings happiness and joy in our lives and lets hope and pray that this difficult time will end soon. Stay positive. Navroz Mubarak to everyone who is celebrating. Karim ...
Coronavirus Support Team Hotline
UK -- The spread of Covid-19 has left many of us within the Jamat feeling anxious and worried about their health and well being. With the wealth of mis-information and fear mongering currently around, it is difficult to know what's correct, what the right things to do are, and where to go to find answers to your questions. The Jamati institutions ...
Message du Conseil National pour Madagascar
Madagascar -- Message du Président du Conseil National pour Madagascar Cher Jamat, Ya Ali Madad Au nom des Mukhi-Kamadia Sahebs, Mukhiani-Kamadiani Sahebas et de tous les membres des Institutions, nous souhaitons à tout le Jamat Navroz Mubarak. Inshallah ce Navroz apportera paix, bonheur et Mushkil Asaan au Jamat à travers le monde. Ameen. Nous vivons une période difficile due à la ...
Womens Acivities Seminar
Portugal -- Women's Activity board/team held its first seminar focusing on Parenting and Behavior Management. The topics included parenting styles and techniques, importance of routines and structure for children and fostering growth through positive interaction. It was conducted by a qualified and experienced psychotherapist who specializes in working with children and parents exclusively. Led primarily in English and Hindi, the two-hour ...
VIDEO: Navroz and Mi'raj: Transformation
Portugal -- Every year, on 21st March, we celebrate the festival of Navroz. This year, Navroz falls on the same day as Mi'raj. Navroz heralds the arrival of spring and new beginnings, while Mi'raj relates to the Prophet Muhammed (may peace and blessings be upon him and his family), and his ascent towards the Divine. The concept of transformation and change ...
WOMENS ACTIVITIES SEMINAR
Portugal -- Women's Activity board/team held its first seminar focusing on Parenting and Behavior Management. The topics included parenting styles and techniques, importance of routines and structure for children and fostering growth through positive interaction. It was conducted by a qualified and experienced psychotherapist who specializes in working with children and parents exclusively. Led primarily in English and Hindi, the two-hour ...
Message from the President of the Local Council for Angola
Portugal -- My Dearest Brothers and Sister, On behalf of the Angolan Council and Institutions, on this Navroz, I wish you all a heartfelt Navroz Mubarak! Navroz marks the beginning of spring, it can also be also a time of spiritual renewal and physical rejuvenation. It is a time for us to be grateful for all the blessings we have from ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam envia uma mensagem ao Jamat
Portugal -- Por ocasião do Navroz, partilhamos a mensagem de Malik Talib, Chairman do Ismaili Leaders' International Forum, que incluí uma mensagem de Mawlana Hazar Imam. Ya Ali Madad, Por ocasião do Navroz, o nosso amado Mawlana Hazar Imam agraciou-nos com um Talika Mubarak a ser partilhado com o Jamat global: Caro Malik, Por ocasião do Navroz, envio para todo o ...
JollyGul.com: Shabnam Merali - Mehfil Vancouver BC January 2020
Shabnam Merali delivers an eclectic performance of ginans, qasidas, geets, qawwalis, Sufi kalams and ghazals . This was recorded in January 2020 but is being released now - just in time ...
Navroz Mubarak from the UK Jurisdiction Ismaili Volunteer Corps Executive.
UK -- The IVC Exec wish all volunteers and your families and all our brothers and sisters in our jamats a safe, healthy and happy Navroz. We pray that the current set of challenges are resolved as quickly as possible. May Mawlana Hazar Imam bless the Jamat with the strength and fortitude to face any further difficulties that may arise. Ameen. ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam fait parvenir un message pour le Jamat
France -- À l'occasion de Navroz, The Ismaili a le plaisir de partager avec vous un message de Malik Talib, Chairman du Ismaili Leaders' International Forum, qui contient un message de Mawlana Hazar Imam Ya Ali Madad, À l'occasion de Navroz, notre bien-aimé Mawlana Hazar Imam nous a gracieusement adressé un Talika Mubarak à partager avec le Jamat global : Mon ...
The Story of Navroz 2020
ANZ -- Today, Ismaili Muslims around the world observe Navroz - a festival that celebrates the beginning of a new year and the first day of spring. More importantly, it symbolises a time of spiritual renewal and physical rejuvenation, bringing with it a deep sense of gratitude and an outlook of hope and optimism for the future ahead. Around the world, ...
Navroz e Mi'raj: Transformação
Portugal -- Todos os anos, no dia 21 de março, celebramos o festival do Navroz. Este ano, o Navroz ocorre no mesmo dia que o Mi'raj. O Navroz anuncia a chegada da primavera e de novos começos, enquanto o Mi'raj está relacionado com o Profeta Muhammad (que a paz e as bênçãos estejam com ele e com a sua família) e ...
VIDEO: Navroz Mubarak Song
To commemorate Navroz, The Ismaili is excited to release a new song entitled 'Navroz Mubarak.' With lyrics in English, Hindi, Farsi, Gujarati, Russian, Portuguese, Burushaski, Arabic, and a touch of Shughni rap, this creative expression of love and gratitude features over 100 Ismaili artists from 14 countries, reflecting our global celebration of Navroz together as One Jamat. ...
Mawlana Hazar Imam sends a message for the Jamat
Global -- On the occasion of Navroz, The Ismaili is pleased to share a message from Malik Talib, Chairman of the Ismaili Leaders' International Forum, which includes a message from Mawlana Hazar Imam. Ya Ali Madad, On the occasion of Navroz, our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam has most graciously sent a Talika Mubarak to be shared with our global Jamat, which ...
