“When I assumed the responsibilities of the Imamat in 1957, I was eager — as I still am — to see that the countries where my followers live are sound and stable, that they are countries with clear development horizons, countries where, following my grandfather’s example, I could help to underwrite the integrity of the state and to contribute to improving the quality of life for all communities, not just my own. I hoped to help bridge the gulf between the developed and the developing worlds. This aspiration, I felt, was particularly appropriate to the Imamat because of its commitment to broad social objectives without political connotations, save in its concern for the fundamental freedom of its followers to practise the faith of their choice.”
– Speech at the Dinner Hosted by the Council for Malaysia and Singapore, Singapore – January 9, 1983
The City’s Mayor, Ralph Klein, “White hatted” Imam, making Him an Honorary Calgarian by placing a white stetson on His head.
This picture is of Imam smiling wearing this cowboy hat.
“I have always urged Ismailis to be loyal to the countries where they live and to whatever government is responsible for their security and well being. This respect for integrity of nations, coupled with our fundamental aspiration to improve the quality of life in the Third World countries is, I believe, the reason why the role of Ismailis and of the Imamat is today generally perceived as being a positive and constructive one.”
– Speech at the Dinner Hosted by the Council for Malaysia and Singapore, Singapore – January 9, 1983
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Hazarimam looks awesome in a cowboy hat!!! Thank you so much for sharing this picture, it is simply amazing.
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Alhumdulillah!
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A humble shukarana for blessing us with ur noor, with ur guidance, with ur love ….
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This is a wonderful picture in so many ways, including how it reinforces the importance of celebrating cultural diversity, including the various cultures within Canada.
This picture was 25 years ago – look at the change this period has brought. How did you communicate back then? How old were you? Is your family larger with more kids? Is it smaller with the passing of dear ones? Where is your local jamat in society now relative to back then? Going back in time, would you have known where you’d end up? There will certainly have been obstacles, but look what has been made possible and say shukhar. Deedar is a celebration for all, those present, those physically far away, and those who have passed on also.
Mubarakh to all Ismailis, particularly the Canadian Jamat!
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MHI in a cowboy hat – Silver Jubilee Visit, Calgary
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