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Dr. Ashnoor Nagji: Frequently Asked Questions | Pregnancy Vancouver
  • Canada

Dr. Ashnoor Nagji: Frequently Asked Questions | Pregnancy Vancouver

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 14, 2016February 14, 2016

Most women who are expecting a baby have a lot of questions about their pregnancy and their health care.

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Mayor Tony Vazquez, City of Santa Monica, presents Certificate of Commendation to Danial Asaria
  • Ismaili Muslims in the News

Mayor Tony Vazquez, City of Santa Monica, presents Certificate of Commendation to Chess Champion Danial Asaria

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 14, 2016February 13, 2016

Before tonight’s Council meeting, a young chess champion and Santa Monica resident met with Mayor Tony Vazquez.

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Today in history: Fatimid Imam al-Hakim was succeeded by his son
  • Cairo

Today in history: Fatimid Imam al-Hakim was succeeded by his son

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on February 13, 2016February 7, 2017

The Fatimid Caliph-Imam al-Hakim bi Amr Allah was succeeded to the Imamat by his sixteen-year old son, al-Zahir li-I’zaz Din Allah, on February 13, 1021

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The Magnificent Seven: The Great Fatimid Rock Crystal Ewers from Egypt
  • Cairo

The Magnificent Seven: The Great Fatimid Rock Crystal Ewers from Egypt

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 13, 2016February 7, 2017

Discussion on provenance behind the seven known Fatimid rock crystal ewers from Egypt.

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Professor Bhutta, Aga Khan University: Focus on basic determinants to address stunting globally
  • Aga Khan University

Professor Bhutta, Aga Khan University: Focus on basic determinants to address stunting globally

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 13, 2016February 12, 2016

“The Aga Khan University is leading efforts to monitor nutrition and micronutrient deficiencies in Pakistan and the region, including Afghanistan.”

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Tomb of Khaki Khorasani, Dizbad, Iran
  • Iran

Tomb of Khaki Khorasani, Dizbad, Iran

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 11, 2016February 10, 2016

Khaki Khurasani, Imamquli, Isma‘ili poet and preacher of 17th-century Persia was born in Dizbad

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Many institutions of learning developed from mosques
  • Civilization

Many institutions of learning developed from mosques

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on February 10, 2016February 7, 2017

The mosque and the early Qur’an schools were the first Muslim educational institutions.

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The Relevance of Islamic Identity in Canada: Dialogue, Discussion & Book Launch
  • Books

The Relevance of Islamic Identity in Canada: Dialogue, Discussion & Book Launch

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 5, 2016February 6, 2016

Join Mawenzi House publishers (Toronto, Canada) as they launch in Vancouver their new publication The Relevance of Islamic Identity in Canada: Culture, Politics and Self.

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Artist Taslim Samji: Finding similarities in our differences
  • Art and Culture

Artist Taslim Samji: Finding similarities in our differences

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 4, 2016February 3, 2016

Exhibition called Commonality, it features the work of nine professional and emerging female artists, all of whom are Ismaili Muslims who have roots in East Africa, India or Pakistan

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Imam Sultan Mahomed Shah is weighed against platinum in Karachi. Photo: Memoirs of Aga Khan
  • Aga Khan III

Today in history: Imam Sultan Mahomed Shah’s Platinum Jubilee was commemorated

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on February 3, 2016October 11, 2016

The first ceremony took place in Karachi, Imam’s birthplace, on February 3, 1954 followed by a small ceremony in Cairo on February 20, 1955

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Vancouver actress Aliza Vellani to star in new X-Files TV series
  • Art and Culture

Vancouver actress Aliza Vellani to star in new X-Files TV series

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 2, 2016February 1, 2016

“I play Sandeep, a nurse who works by Scully’s side in the series,” said Vellani

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Gulshan Mahal, a former Ismaili-owned heritage building in Mumbai becomes the National Museum of Indian Cinema
  • Art and Culture

Gulshan Mahal, a former Ismaili-owned heritage building in Mumbai becomes the National Museum of Indian Cinema

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 2, 2016February 1, 2016

The Khalakdinas were among the many Khoja families who moved to the city from Kutch at the request of the Aga Khan, their religious head.

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Reporter Shams Charania talks about his love for basketball, what pushes him to succeed
  • Ismaili Muslims in the News

Reporter Shams Charania talks about his love for basketball, what pushes him to succeed

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 2, 2016February 1, 2016

Shams was a normal kid. He grew up in the Chicago area playing basketball, hanging out with friends and doing normal teenage things. Very early in his life, however, he realized he loved seeing news about breaking trades and transactions in his beloved sport of the NBA.

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Zamir Dhanji: The Centre Hole
  • Education

Zamir Dhanji: The Centre Hole

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 1, 2016June 8, 2016

We are living in an age of synthesis. The greatest synthesis of all is the bridging of the inner and outer worlds – the worlds of spirit and matter.

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Organized by Ismaili Boys Scout Association Gojal, M. Ishaq Memorial volley ball tournament held at Nazimabad, Sost
  • Ismaili Muslims in the News

Organized by Ismaili Boys Scout Association Gojal, M. Ishaq Memorial volley ball tournament held at Nazimabad, Sost

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on January 31, 2016January 30, 2016

A four day long shooting volley ball tournament ended on Wednesday at Nazimabad Sost Gojal with dazzling victory of Gircha Eagles.

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

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

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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

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

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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

The Persian chahar-bagh gardens reflected the unity and harmony of the cosmos

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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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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

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The Daystar of Time – Poem by Sujjawal Ahmad

Books & Authors

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

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

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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

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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

Ginan: Duniya Sirajine Shaah More – Having created the world my Lord

Ginan: Saamee tamaaree vaddee maa(n)he – O Lord in your garden

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

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

Rukhsana Karmali: Farsi Qasida – Bismillahey Mutlaq Tui

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

Mushkil Kusha Mawla Ali | Saakin

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

Qasidas with Translation

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

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

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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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

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