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Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan, is Well into the 7th Decade of His Imamat: Our Pictorial Series Looks at Years 61-64 of His Hereditary Reign

Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan, is Well into the 7th Decade of His Imamat: Our Pictorial Series Looks at Years 61-64 of His Hereditary Reign

nofirstname ⋅ July 9, 2021

Compiled and prepared by MALIK MERCHANT (Publisher-Editor, Barakah, Simerg and Simergphotos) I know the power of your network; I know what you have built. And we need more networks of people determined to say this is a world of good, this is a world of standing by each other, and this is what we honor here tonight -- Josette Sheeran, Asia ...

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June 2021 -- Jamat's Choice: Most Popular Articles & Videos

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June 2021 -- Jamat's Choice: Most Popular Articles & Videos

⋅ July 9, 2021

Ismaili Digest Exclusive for June 2021 -- Each month enjoy the most popular new articles and videos viewed by the Jamat from over 36 of the best Ismaili websites with just one click! 'Most popular' means most viewed post(s) on each website (excluding duplicate postings, Event Alerts and COVID-19 advice) without social media influence. NOTE: Posts are randomly ordered.

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Shahzadi Devje (@DesiliciousRD): 30 Self Love Quotes To Lift Your Spirits When You're Struggling

Shahzadi Devje (@DesiliciousRD): 30 Self Love Quotes To Lift Your Spirits When You're Struggling

nofirstname ⋅ July 8, 2021

If you're on the hunt for self love quotes to remind you of how wonderful you are - look no further. Somewhere in our minds, there exists an inner voice. A ...

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Coming soon: Living Ismaili Traditions series

Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS)

Coming soon: Living Ismaili Traditions series

nofirstname ⋅ July 8, 2021

News story -- Created specifically for the Jamat, Living Ismaili Traditions (LIT) is the IIS's first in-house series and is set to launch on September 2nd with Ismaili Festivals: Stories of Celebration by Dr Shiraz Kabani. This innovative series will spotlight Ismaili histories and cultures, and through author reflections will explore what it means to be an Ismaili and part of the ...

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Celebrações do Imamat Day na Ismaili TV

Celebrações do Imamat Day na Ismaili TV

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Portugal -- O The Ismaili tem o prazer de anunciar o programa do Imamat Day, a ser transmitido na Ismaili TV, entre os dias 9 e 11 de julho, com vários conteúdos para entreter e inspirar o Jamat, ao comemorarmos o 64º Imamat Day do nosso amado Mawlana Hazar Imam. English Enquanto continuamos a tomar todas as precauções de segurança para ...

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VIDEO: Peer Perspective: A Message for Salm and Tur

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VIDEO: Peer Perspective: A Message for Salm and Tur

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

In her third Peer Perspective video for the #MuseumWithoutWalls, MET curator emerita Dr. Sheila Canby presents the mythical story behind a painting from the lavishly illustrated epic, Shahnameh of Shah Tahmasp. The minutely detailed opaque watercolour of ink and gold shows the return of the envoy of Salm and Tur, delivering a message so disturbing the princes' faces turn as blue as ...

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Tem alma de cantor? Temos um convite para si!

Tem alma de cantor? Temos um convite para si!

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Portugal -- Algumas destas caras são muito conhecidas do Jamat. Venha saber o que estes membros do Coro têm a dizer sobre a sua experiência de crescimento desde que se juntaram ao Coro Ismaili de Portugal. Esperemos que goste e que o inspire a explorar as suas capacidades! O coro polifónico não se limita a juntar pessoas que gostam de cantar. ...

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A música a celebrar "Outros Mundos"

A música a celebrar "Outros Mundos"

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Portugal -- O Festival das Artes e o QuebraJazz dão as mãos e organizam a 12ª edição deste festival de música, juntando o Jazz e a música clássica. E os Aga Khan Master Musicians têm participação confirmada. Venha daí saber mais! A edição deste ano, dedicada ao tema "Outros Mundos", vai acontecer na Quinta das Lágrimas, em Coimbra, de 19 a ...

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Celebração do Imamat Day

Celebração do Imamat Day

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Portugal -- O ITREB tem o prazer de levar até à sua casa a celebração do Imamat Day 2021. English O divertido programa que decorrerá no sábado, 10 de Julho, pelas 11h00 (horário de Lisboa), contará ainda com a presença e mensagem especial da nossa liderança. Aceda aqui (Zoom).Junte-se ao Jamat nesta ocasião única. ...

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Imamat Day Celebration

Imamat Day Celebration

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Portugal -- ITREB has the pleasure to take Imamat Day 2021 celebrations straight to your home. Portuguese This fun programme, which will take place on Saturday, July 10th, at 11:00am (Lisbon time), will also host our leadership, who will bring a special message to you. Access here (Zoom).Join the Jamat in this unique occasion. ...

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VIDEO: Lament: Bearing Witness

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VIDEO: Lament: Bearing Witness

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

In this choral soundscape, individuals from across Canada have come together to lend their voices to a community-driven, cross-cultural lament of solidarity, that bears witness and seeks hope for a better and inclusive world. To find about more about how this project came to be click below: Note: Participant Noshina Mirza was regretfully omitted from the credits. ...

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In conversation with Taiba Yar Baig: An Alumnus from the Aga Khan University's Institute for Educational Development, Pakistan

In conversation with Taiba Yar Baig: An Alumnus from the Aga Khan University's Institute for Educational Development, Pakistan

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Established in 1993, the Institute for Educational Development (IED), is an academic entity of the Aga Khan University in Pakistan. IED is mandated to make valuable and relevant contributions towards improving ...

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"Who is this?" A poem about Imam Zayn al-Abidin

Nimira's Blog - On Faith

"Who is this?" A poem about Imam Zayn al-Abidin

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Imam Ali b. al-Husayn, the third Imam of the Ismailis and the fourth in the line of the Twelver community, was born around 658. He was present at the massacre of his family at Karbala in 680 and survived the event because he was ill at the time and confined to his tent. Upon returning to Medina, he refrained from political ...

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Aga Khan Museum appoints new Director and CEO

Aga Khan Museum appoints new Director and CEO

nofirstname ⋅ July 7, 2021

Toronto, Canada, 6 July 2021 - The Aga Khan Museum has announced the appointment of Dr Ulrike Al-Khamis to the position of Director and Chief Executive Officer. Dr Al-Khamis has been a key member of the Aga Khan Museum's executive and leadership team over the past four years, acting as Director of Collections and Public Programs since 2017. Dr Al-Khamis is ...

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VIDEO: Aga Khan Development Network | Quote of the Week

VIDEO: Aga Khan Development Network | Quote of the Week

nofirstname ⋅ July 6, 2021

#Speech made by His Highness the #AgaKhan at the University of Central Asia's (@ucentralasia) first convocation ceremony on 19th June 2021. Read the full speech here: For more about the #UCA: ...

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Imamat Day 2021 celebrations on The Ismaili TV

Imamat Day 2021 celebrations on The Ismaili TV

nofirstname ⋅ July 6, 2021

Global -- The Ismaili is pleased to announce an Imamat Day programme to be aired on The Ismaili TV, 9-11 July, featuring various content to entertain and inspire the Jamat while commemorating the 64th Imamat Day of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam. As we continue to take safety precautions to combat Covid-19, The Ismaili TV invites the Jamat to mark the ...

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@AgaKhanMuseum | Appointment of Dr Ulrike Al-Khamis as Director and Chief Executive of the Aga Khan Museum

@AgaKhanMuseum | Appointment of Dr Ulrike Al-Khamis as Director and Chief Executive of the Aga Khan Museum

nofirstname ⋅ July 6, 2021

"I am deeply honoured and excited to be confirmed as the new CEO of the Aga Khan Museum, the only Museum in North America with a mandate to foster pluralism and ...

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Aga Khan Studs present six-strong Goffs draft

Aga Khan Studs present six-strong Goffs draft

nofirstname ⋅ July 6, 2021

Breeding and racing prospects in online catalogue. The Aga Khan Studs valuable maternal lines are always eagerly sought-after and breeders will have the opportunity to invest in two untried fillies with rich pedigrees. Lot 4 SHEBIYRA is a juvenile daughter of Mastercraftsman and Group and Listed placed Shebella, dam of a winner, and her page features champions Shahrastani and Recoletos. Lot ...

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Raising an Awareness of the Mandate, Mission and Accomplishments of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan

Raising an Awareness of the Mandate, Mission and Accomplishments of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan

nofirstname ⋅ July 6, 2021

As Ismaili Muslims prepare to commemorate the 64th Imamat Day anniversary of their 49th Imam on July 11, 2021, we bring you these fine piece by Ismaili and non-Ismaili authors that provide a rich account of the work of His Highness the Aga Khan in different areas of human endeavour. The first piece by Shiraz Nasser is a narrative that provides ...

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VIDEO: Selecting A High-Quality Early Learning Center (Farsi)

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VIDEO: Selecting A High-Quality Early Learning Center (Farsi)

nofirstname ⋅ July 6, 2021

This webinar walks you through a checklist to help you evaluate early childhood education centers in Farsi. ...

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Siyouni's St Mark's Basilica stars again

Siyouni's St Mark's Basilica stars again

nofirstname ⋅ July 5, 2021

A fourth Gr.1 for the dual Classic winner, and Ebaiyra second in the Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud. SIYOUNI's son St Mark's Basilica eclipsed the high-class opposition to score a fourth consecutive Group 1 title in Saturday's Eclipse Stakes, the highlight of a successful weekend for the Aga Khan Studs which also saw EBAIYRA take second place in the Grand Prix de ...

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"The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP): A Bibliography of Secondary Sources" | Nawazali A. Jiwa

"The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP): A Bibliography of Secondary Sources" | Nawazali A. Jiwa

nofirstname ⋅ July 5, 2021

Nawazali A. Jiwa has published a bibliography entitled "The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP): A Bibliography of Secondary Sources," in International Journal of Contemporary Sociology 58, no. 1 (2021): 87-143. ...

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Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq was widely known for his vast knowledge

Nimira's Blog - On Faith

Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq was widely known for his vast knowledge

nofirstname ⋅ July 5, 2021

Abu Abd Allah Ja'far b. Muhammad, better known by his title al-Sadiq, 'the Trustworthy,' was born around 702 in Medina. He succeeded his father to the Imamate around 732 during a politically turbulent time in Islamic history when the Abbasids (r.750-1258) succeeded the Umayyads (r.661-750), and opposition movements were initiated by Imam's uncle. However, Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq refrained from political activities ...

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Simerg's Special Series on Books by Ismaili Authors: "Faith and Ethics: The Vision of the Ismaili Imamat" by M. Ali Lakhani of Vancouver - a Must Read in Preparation for Mawlana Hazar Imam His Highness the Aga Khan's 64th Imamat Day on July 11, 2021

Simerg's Special Series on Books by Ismaili Authors: "Faith and Ethics: The Vision of the Ismaili Imamat" by M. Ali Lakhani of Vancouver - a Must Read in Preparation for Mawlana Hazar Imam His Highness the Aga Khan's 64th Imamat Day on July 11, 2021

nofirstname ⋅ July 4, 2021

by MALIK MERCHANTPublisher/Editor Simerg, Barakah andSimergphotos Simerg's series entitled "Books by Ismaili Authors" continues with Canadian writer M. Ali Lakhani's book "Faith and Ethics: The Vision of the Ismaili Imamat". We follow the same Q/A format as our recent presentations of books written by Nizar Sultan, Nargis Fazal, Nazlin Rahemtulla, Azmina Suleman, Alnasir Rajan, Shafeen Ali, Mansoor Ladha, Zeni Shariff and ...

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The Ismaili Muslim Greeting Ya Ali Madad, Mawla Ali Madad: A Dialogue with Two Inspiring and Beautiful Songs by Ismaili Children and Artists from the Pamirs

The Ismaili Muslim Greeting Ya Ali Madad, Mawla Ali Madad: A Dialogue with Two Inspiring and Beautiful Songs by Ismaili Children and Artists from the Pamirs

nofirstname ⋅ July 4, 2021

By (Late) Malek J. Merchant Adapted and edited by Malik and Nurin Merchant This religious dialogue on Ya Ali Madad is adapted and edited from the original piece by Mrs. Merchant (1931-2021). It was presented by her students at their respective religious education centres and Jamatkhanas in London, England, and also appeared in the 1977 Navroz issue of UK ITREB'S prestigious ...

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JollyGul.com: Pamoja Tutafika Kilele - A Special Swahili Tribute Song For The Aga Khan #ImamatDay2021 By J NANA

JollyGul.com: Pamoja Tutafika Kilele - A Special Swahili Tribute Song For The Aga Khan #ImamatDay2021 By J NANA

nofirstname ⋅ July 4, 2021

"Pamoja Tutafika Kilele" (Together we'll get to the top) - a Swahili song by J NANA from Kenya launches Imamat Day 2021 Celebrations on JollyGul.com platform this year! Swahili is a ...

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Ali Jan Damani transliterates poetic work of Pīr Shams

Ali Jan Damani transliterates poetic work of Pīr Shams

nofirstname ⋅ July 4, 2021

Etymologically speaking, the word Saloko comes from the Sanskrit root, śloka, roughly meaning hymn or prayer. Thought of as a poetic form used predominantly in Sanskrit, śloka is considered as the ...

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BBC Travel: A New Road to China for Ismailis Living in Afghanistan's Inaccessible Wakhan Corridor

BBC Travel: A New Road to China for Ismailis Living in Afghanistan's Inaccessible Wakhan Corridor

nofirstname ⋅ July 4, 2021

Once an isolated region barely touched by the hands of time, Afghanistan's Wakhan Corridor stands on the brink of great change with the building of a new road linking it with China. Study map below and click on the map or HERE to read BBC's new photo travel piece by Simon Urwin.The Wakhan Corridor is an area of far north-eastern Afghanistan ...

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AKU President Firoz Rasul Awarded the Medal of Scientific Merit in Portugal

AKU President Firoz Rasul Awarded the Medal of Scientific Merit in Portugal

nofirstname ⋅ July 3, 2021

image source: the.ismaili AKU President Firoz Rasul has been awarded Portugal's Medalha de Mérito Científico, Medal of Scientific Merit, by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education. The award was presented ...

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'Healing through Music': Alysha Brilla shares her thoughts | @alyshabrilla

'Healing through Music': Alysha Brilla shares her thoughts | @alyshabrilla

nofirstname ⋅ July 3, 2021

We all have heard music is good for the soul. Music therapy is becoming a burgeoning field. Beyond the beautiful harmonic vocals and contemporary beats Alysha weaves into her music, she ...

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On this day 1993: AKU's Institute for Educational Development was established |@AKUGlobal

On this day 1993: AKU's Institute for Educational Development was established |@AKUGlobal

nofirstname ⋅ July 2, 2021

Photo credits: @AKUGlobal Established in 1993, the Institute for Educational Development (IED), Pakistan is an academic entity of the Aga Khan University. IED is mandated to make valuable and relevant contributions towards ...

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Alikhan Kazia: Guinness World Record Holder

Alikhan Kazia: Guinness World Record Holder

nofirstname ⋅ July 1, 2021

Kenya -- Alikhan Kazia is a 22 year old Kenyan who has recently caught the attention of the world, once again. Kazia started his career in table tennis at the tender age of 10 years old, in 2009 and within his first year of playing the sport, qualified for the national team. He played with the Under 16 Kenya team for ...

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VIDEO: Aga Khan Development Network | Kyrgyz Republic | 20 Years of Partnership | Developing Future Leaders

VIDEO: Aga Khan Development Network | Kyrgyz Republic | 20 Years of Partnership | Developing Future Leaders

nofirstname ⋅ July 1, 2021

This year marks the 20th anniversary of bilateral relations between the Aga Khan Development Network (#AKDN) and the #KyrgyzRepublic. This collaboration has sparked hope in people throughout the country working to improve their communities and their overall quality of life. In this video, Munarbek, a graduate of the #AgaKhan School in Osh, shares his reflections on how the school has contributed to ...

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Mawlana Hazar Imam: "Ismailis are the only Shia community who, throughout history, have been led by a living, hereditary Imam in direct descent from the Prophet"

Nimira's Blog - On Faith

Mawlana Hazar Imam: "Ismailis are the only Shia community who, throughout history, have been led by a living, hereditary Imam in direct descent from the Prophet"

nofirstname ⋅ July 1, 2021

"O Messenger, deliver [to the people] what has been revealed to you from your Lord, and if you do not do so, then you will not have delivered His message; and Allah will protect you from the people" (5:67). Upon the Prophet's death, a successor was needed to lead the Muslim community (ummah) and state. Prophet Muhammad was the "seal of ...

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Roots 2021 - A journey of sound mind, sound body, and sound soul.

Roots 2021 - A journey of sound mind, sound body, and sound soul.

nofirstname ⋅ July 1, 2021

UAE -- "We are Camp ROOTS, magical ROOTS'', the ROOTS anthem repeated for the 2nd virtual ROOTS 2021 held from 15 to 17 April 2021. This annual youth program explored the concepts of sound mind, body, and soul with children aged 6 to 12 from more than 18 countries, including those from Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East. Delivered over ...

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@akuglobal | Shaping the future: Alumnus shares experience of studying at AKU

@akuglobal | Shaping the future: Alumnus shares experience of studying at AKU

nofirstname ⋅ July 1, 2021

The Aga Khan University is committed to the development of human capacities through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, and application through service. It seeks to prepare individuals for constructive and ...

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VIDEO: Kem Cho X Salman Ali Live - Sunday, 4th July 2021 at 8:30 P.M.

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VIDEO: Kem Cho X Salman Ali Live - Sunday, 4th July 2021 at 8:30 P.M.

nofirstname ⋅ June 30, 2021

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VIDEO: Scholars, Apostasy and States in Medieval Islam: Historiographical and Juridical Issues

Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS)

VIDEO: Scholars, Apostasy and States in Medieval Islam: Historiographical and Juridical Issues

nofirstname ⋅ June 30, 2021

This lecture looks at how the authors of literary sources of history constructed their narratives of scholarly apostasy in line with their own sectarian and political affiliations. Find out more about this lecture. This recorded online event is part of the Islamic History and Thought Lecture Series. ...

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VIDEO: Aga Khan University | Charter Ceremony and University Centre Inauguration | Professor George Magoha

VIDEO: Aga Khan University | Charter Ceremony and University Centre Inauguration | Professor George Magoha

nofirstname ⋅ June 30, 2021

#Speech by Professor George Mahoga, Cabinet Secretary for Education, at the @Aga Khan University's Charter Ceremony and #UniversityCentre Inauguration. For more about the #AgaKhan University, visit: For more about the event, visit: ...

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VIDEO: Aga Khan University | Charter Ceremony and University Centre Inauguration | Full Event

VIDEO: Aga Khan University | Charter Ceremony and University Centre Inauguration | Full Event

nofirstname ⋅ June 30, 2021

In case you missed it live, watch the @Aga Khan University Charter Ceremony and Inauguration of it's new #UniversityCentre in #Nairobi here. For more about the #AgaKhan University, visit: For more about the event, visit: ...

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