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An Interview with Nishiki Maredia: Feminism and Philanthropy Through 1950 Collective

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 29, 2016December 28, 2016

The two owners encouraged those girls to embrace their unique body shapes and sizes and quickly dispelled the notion that only certain kinds of girls could wear certain kinds of clothes.

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Title page of a manuscript of the second volume of the Da'a'im al-Islam produced in India in 1686. Image: The Ismailis: An Illustrated History
  • Cairo

Today in history: Fatimid jurist Qadi al-Nu’man passed away

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on March 27, 2016February 7, 2017

Qadi al-Nu‘man, passed away on March 27, 974 in Cairo

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Aga Khan University Karachi hosts golf tournament for healing kids’ hearts
  • Aga Khan University

Aga Khan University Karachi hosts golf tournament for healing kids’ hearts

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 27, 2016April 29, 2016

The tournament raised over Rs 25 million to support families in Pakistan without the financial means to afford the cost of outstanding surgical and medical care.

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University of Central Asia hosts presentation on 'A Place of Miracles: The Story of a Children’s Hospital in Kabul'
  • Afghanistan

University of Central Asia hosts presentation on ‘A Place of Miracles: The Story of a Children’s Hospital in Kabul’

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 26, 2016March 26, 2016

UCA hosted an event marking the release of a new book about the French Medical Institute for Children (FMIC)

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Ismaili Centre Toronto to hold Book Discussion with Lee Hilling, author of 'A Place of Miracles: The Story of a Children's Hospital in Kabul'
  • Afghanistan

Ismaili Centre Toronto to hold Book Discussion with Lee Hilling, author of ‘A Place of Miracles: The Story of a Children’s Hospital in Kabul’

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 26, 2016March 26, 2016

Sunday April 3, 2016 at The Ismaili Centre, Toronto

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Georgetown University to hold Book Discussion with Dr. Mohammed Keshavjee
  • Books

Georgetown University to hold Book Discussion with Dr. Mohammed Keshavjee

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 26, 2016

Wednesday, March 30, 2016, Georgetown University, Washington, DC.

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At the Ismaili Center, Dubai - Harvard Club UAE Book Talk moderated by Sajida H. Shroff, CEO, Altamont Group
  • Books

At the Ismaili Center, Dubai – Harvard Club UAE Book Talk moderated by Sajida H. Shroff, CEO, Altamont Group

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 25, 2016August 26, 2016

In March 2016, Harvard Club UAE hosted a panel with Harvard Graduate School of Education professors

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Shellyza Murji
  • Art and Culture

Shellyza Murji’s Spiritual Journey of Dancing with a Prosthesis | OCTV

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 25, 2016April 13, 2016

Shellyza Murji is the Founder and Director of Soul Feet Dance Productions

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Today in history: Dar al-Ilm was inaugurated
  • Cairo

Today in history: Dar al-Ilm was inaugurated

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on March 24, 2016February 7, 2017

The Dar al-Ilm (House of Knowledge) was inaugurated on March 24, 1005

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Ameera Ladak: The Four-Year Promise | Surviving By Living
  • Canada

Ameera Ladak: The Four-Year Promise | Surviving By Living

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 24, 2016

The story of how mental illness didn’t claim me

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Ismaili Jamatkhana Glenview - Book Discussion with Dr. Mohamed Keshavjee
  • Books

Ismaili Jamatkhana Glenview – Book Discussion with Dr. Mohamed Keshavjee

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 23, 2016March 23, 2016

Sunday, March 27, 2016 from 2:30 at the Glenview Ismaili Jamatkhana

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Agate beads and fine moulded wares from Andej. Photo: Eagle's Nest
  • History

Fragments of pottery reveal artistic skills of the Nizaris of Alamut

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on March 23, 2016October 11, 2016

Agate beads and fine moulded wares from Andej.

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Conchord: Three Muslim Musicians on a Personal Search
  • Art and Culture

Conchord: Three Muslim Musicians on a Personal Search

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 21, 2016April 9, 2016

For Conchord, music is a platform for self­-expression and discussion regarding misconceptions of Islam.

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Sindhiya Alwani: Defining the Line in School Playgrounds
  • Books

Sindhiya Alwani: Defining the Line in School Playgrounds

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 21, 2016

Sindhiya Alwani is a 10 year old who published a book “Good-bye Bullying” last year.

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Diana Baig joins Pakistan Women's World T20 Cricket Squad
  • Ismaili Muslim Authors

Diana Baig joins Pakistan Women’s World T20 Cricket Squad

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on March 20, 2016April 22, 2017

Diana Baig is more well known for representing Pakistan in women’s football. But cricket is…

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Sujjawal Ahmad Appointed to Global Workforce Development in Stem Cell Research and Regenerative Medicine

Prince Amyn Aga Khan conferred the Aga Khan Music Awards distinguished Patron’s Award

Canada | Dr. Zainub Verjee Inducted to the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts

Canada | Shiza Hirani, Global Youth Advocate Honored with Outstanding Youth Philanthropist Award and the Henry Baker Scholar Award

Pakistan | Aga Khan University Medical College’s Dean Dr Karim Damji honored with 2026 AGS Humanitarian Award for excellence in global eye care

Pakistan | Aga Khan University Researchers Named Among World’s Top Most-Cited Scientists

USA | Mawlana Hazar Imam Aga Khan V presided over the opening of the Ismaili Center Houston

Sports Diplomacy: The Power of Connection through the World Marathon Majors

Aaj Raaj Mubarak Hove – Ginan by Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Jamil Assani

Mawlana Hazar Imam Meets President of Egypt

Interfaith

Portugal | Prince Aly Muhammad attends opening of chapel damaged in wildfires rebuilt with support from the Ismaili Imamat and Aga Khan Trust for Culture

Aga Khan’s Tribute to Pope Francis: A Loss for Humanity

The Interfaith Effort of Canada’s Ismaili Community: A 12,000-Pound Ramadan Food Drive

Strengthening Ties: Ismaili Imamat and São Tomé Formalize Collaboration

Global: Why the World Celebrates His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV | Constellation of Honours: Over 300 Accolades from 55 Countries

A Legacy of Collaboration: His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV and James D. Wolfensohn’s Partnership for Religious Engagement in Development

The Rev. Dr. Robert Oliphant, Member of Parliament for Don Valley West, Pays Tribute to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV: A Legacy of Compassion

The Drumlanrig Reconciliation Accords: A Historic Step Towards Jewish-Muslim Unity in the UK

Meditation and Contemplation 

The Light of the Divine

Islamic Art

Bird symbolism of spirituality permeates the mythology of numerous cultures

The arts of the Fatimids, Mawlana Hazar Imam’s ancestors, continue to inspire

The paisley motif is a Persian symbol of life and eternity

Fables taught universal ideals of leadership

The Rose and the Nightingale: A story representing the central theme of mysticism and esoteric traditions

Professor Ruba Kana’an @DVSUtm considers how art and architecture tell stories about societies @AgaKhanMuseum

The Globe and Mail: The Aga Khan museum’s latest exhibit takes on a key misconception about Islamic art @thatkatetaylor @AgaKhanMuseum

Aga Khan Museum Exhibition: The Power of the Visual

Mi’raj is a soul’s journey towards spiritual knowledge

Sandy Kurt: An artist specializing in Islamic geometric patterns

Art & Culture

Bird symbolism of spirituality permeates the mythology of numerous cultures

Canada | The Next Initiative – A Paid Acting Mentorship for Adults

Canada | Concordia University to award Princess Zahra Aga Khan with an honorary doctorate at its spring 2025 convocation

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Aga Khan Master Musicians Premiere Cross-Cultural Collaboration in Paris

Honoring Sufi Mysticism with the Aga Khan Trust for Culture: Delhi’s Heritage Unveiled

Global: Why the World Celebrates His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV | Constellation of Honours: Over 300 Accolades from 55 Countries

Celebrating Qur’anic Art: A Colloquium of Creativity and Scholarship at The Institute of Ismaili Studies

The Gulgee Museum in Karachi is a Son’s Tribute to a Master | Dawn Images

Ismail Gulgee, late Pakistani calligrapher and abstract artist, honored with dedicated museum | Arab News

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The First Aga Khan – OPEN ACCESS to download or read online for free

Moment in Time | 1 January 1931 – Ivanow, the pioneer of Ismaili Studies, began to work for Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah Aga Khan III

Taniya Dharani – a full-time artist empowering Ismaili artists and fostering a thriving art community

New Book | “Small Acts of Courage’ by Ali Velshi

New Book | “Love You Around the Universe and Back” by Mya Farial Mahedi and Zahra Mahedi

New Book | “Pari Needs A Mobility Aid” by Iffat Damji

New Book | “Sleep Well, Take Risks, Squish the Peas” by Dr Hasan Merali

Make more room at the table’: Calgary writer [Anar Ali] deepens immigrant story with cop drama, Allegiance

Cookbook: All the Russ Without the Fuss by Reeshma Haji

“An Other World: The Fight for Freedom, Joy, and Belonging” by Hanif Fazal

Ginans

Aaye Reham Rahemaan by Imtiaz Fazalbhoy (Faiz)

Ginan: Ginan bolo re nit – Recite Ginans everyday!

Ginans by Nargis Balolia

Ginan: Ye mitthaa Muhammad naam – The name Muhammad is sweet

Ginan: Jaag jaagre tun jaag – Wake up, wake up, o you, wake up

Ginan: Sakhee maree aatam naa odhaar – O my Friend! O Saviour of my soul

A presentation on Naklanki Gita by Ali Jan Damani

Ginan: Shaamku aavan(n)taa jo kahe – Those who inform about the arrival of the Imam

Ginans: Our Wonderful Tradition – Ismailimail launches a new series

Ginan: Kutumb parivār sajnā

Pir Sadardin’s Ginan: Hanif Gulamani’s rendition: Aasamaanee tambal

Ginan: Haq to paak tu baadshaah – You are the Truth and the Pure Majestic King

Ginan: Ham Dil Khālaq Yā Alī Tu(n)hī Ja Vase – O’ Lord, in my heart only you dwell

Zahir K. Dhalla: Nine Ginans of Nine Ismaili Pirs – Download Free eBook, available for 3 days

A Ginan on Love

Largest Collection of Ginans Online

Ginan: Uncha Re – Soul’s yearning for the Vision/Deedar

Ginan: Til bhaar tulannaa – Sesame seed’s weight will be accounted for

Ginan: Aanand aanand kariyo rikhisaro – Rejoice, rejoice o believers!

Ginans: The Transformative Knowledge – Story of Vazir Ismail Ganji

Ginans with Translation

Ginan: Ginan bolo re nit – Recite Ginans everyday!

Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth

Ginan: Ye mitthaa Muhammad naam – The name Muhammad is sweet

Ginan: Jaag jaagre tun jaag – Wake up, wake up, o you, wake up

Ginan: Shaamku aavan(n)taa jo kahe – Those who inform about the arrival of the Imam

Ginans: Our Wonderful Tradition – Ismailimail launches a new series

Ginan: Sakhee maree aatam naa odhaar – O my Friend! O Saviour of my soul

Ginan: Haq to paak tu baadshaah – You are the Truth and the Pure Majestic King

Ginan: Unchaa re kot bahu vechana – Your abode is at an elevated fort far away

Ginan: Dhan dhan aajno daaddlo – It is an auspicious day today

Ginan: Aaj aanand paamiya man ke – Today this mind (heart) has attained joy

Ginan: Navroz naa din sohaamnnaa – On the glorious day of Navroz

Ginan: Pahelaa Kartaa Jug Maa(n)he Shaahnaa – In the first age of Karta Lord’s…

Ginan: Swaami-ne saachu(n) karine sreviye – By considering the Imam to be true, be devoted to him

Ginan: Ab teree mohabat lagee – Now I am in love with you

Ginan: Aanand aanand kariyo rikhisaro – Rejoice, rejoice o believers!

Ginan: Kheddo kheddo jemaani naavddi – Sail skillfully in the boat

Ginan: Til bhaar tulannaa – Sesame seed’s weight will be accounted for

Qasida: Ya Imami Ya Imami – O my Imam, O my Imam

Ginan: Hu(n) re piyaasi piya tere darshanki – I thirst, o Beloved, for a vision of You

Qasidas

Mp3: Ilahi Shukar (Gratitude for God’s Bounties) with English Translation

Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth

Qasida ‘Dam Hama Dam Ali Ali’ by Shahid A. Qalandar

Qasida: Ya Amiral Momineen

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

Imamat Day Songs: Shan-i Karim Imam-i Zaman-Vol.1

Persian Qasida: Mashriq e Anware Yazdan Noor Mawlana Karim

Persian Qasida: Amir Al Momenin, by Rukhsana Karmali

Qasida: Ali Goyam Ali Joyam | NsN Production

Qasida: Ta Surato Paiwande Jahan Bud Ali Bud – Ali the ever present

Ali Goyam Ali Joyam || Kids Version || NsN Production

The Qasida is the devotional poetry of Ismailis of Persian heritage

Persian Qasida – Shahid Akhtar Qalandar: Khudawanda Tu Sultane Karimi Tu Bismaillahi Rahmanir Rahimi

Shahid Akhtar Qalandar – Qasida: DUZ E DARYAE HAQIQATH

Persian Qasida by Nasir Khusraw: ‘Guzinam Quran Ast’ – Rendition Shahid Akhtar Qalandar

Qasida of Hazrat Imam Mawlana Nizar II – Har Chand K Man Dar Nazare

Poetry has been central to the spiritual life of Muslims

Persian Qasida: Let go of this entire ruse, O lover! Go mad, go mad!

A Diamond Jubilee tribute to Mawlana Hazar Imam – By Shafiq Ahmad, Asif Baig, Fakhir Baig

The spread of Sufism facilitated the cultivation of introspective religious poetry

Qasidas with Translation

Qasida: Dur ze daryayi haqiqat – The pearl of the ocean of truth

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

Qasida: Ya Imami Ya Imami – O my Imam, O my Imam

Persian Qasida: Amir Al Momenin, by Rukhsana Karmali

Qasida: Ta Surato Paiwande Jahan Bud Ali Bud – Ali the ever present

Shahid Akhtar Qalandar – Qasida: DUZ E DARYAE HAQIQATH

Persian Qasida by Nasir Khusraw: ‘Guzinam Quran Ast’ – Rendition Shahid Akhtar Qalandar

Persian Qasida: Let go of this entire ruse, O lover! Go mad, go mad!

A Diamond Jubilee tribute to Mawlana Hazar Imam – By Shafiq Ahmad, Asif Baig, Fakhir Baig

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