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Category: Quotes

  • Aga Khan IV

His Highness the Aga Khan: “The voluntary sector represents, and can develop, all that is finest in the human potential”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on July 25, 2017July 25, 2017

A sound enabling environment must create a favourable framework in which people’s energy and creativity…

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  • Aga Khan Development Network

His Highness the Aga Khan: “The question is, not only what have I achieved, the question is what have I helped others to achieve? That is the notion of social conscience in Islam.”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on July 7, 2017July 7, 2017

“The new notions of free enterprise, of creating wealth, these are sound notions but they…

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  • Aga Khan IV

Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan IV: “When I assumed the responsibilities of the Imamat … I too became involved, as leader of the Ismaili community, in that most vital business, the well-being of ordinary people.”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on July 6, 2017February 8, 2025

“My Grandfather dedicated his life to the Imamat and Islam, both of which for him…

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  • Aga Khan Development Network

Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan IV: “It is on this ethical premise, which bridges faith and society, that I established the Aga Khan Development Network”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on June 8, 2017February 8, 2025

“In all interpretations of Islam, Imams, whether they are Shia or Sunni, are required not…

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  • Aga Khan IV

Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan IV: “The Imamat is a Muslim institution with a history going back over 1400 years.”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on June 6, 2017February 8, 2025

“What does it mean to become an Imam in the Ismaili tradition?” “As you know,…

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  • Aga Khan IV

The pursuit of knowledge, instructed to the Prophet, continues to be enforced by Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan IV

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on June 1, 2017February 8, 2025

Prophet Muhammad was concerned about the moral and spiritual conditions of the people of Mecca.

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Aga Khan: Ismailis have been instrumental in playing a positive role in furthering Canada’s international development activities
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Aga Khan: Ismailis have been instrumental in playing a positive role in furthering Canada’s international development activities

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 23, 2017May 22, 2017

“If, in this endeavour, the Ismailis for their part, have been instrumental in playing a positive role in furthering Canada’s international development activities, as Canadians, they can be justly proud.”

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Aga Khan: Peoples of Canada are steeped in their tradition of tolerance, generosity and compassion
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Aga Khan: People of Canada are steeped in their tradition of tolerance, generosity and compassion

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 21, 2017May 22, 2017

His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan’s visit to Canada August 13 – 26, 1992

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  • Aga Khan IV

His Highness the Aga Khan: “…we are creating together a Mughal-style garden, which echoes the great contributions that Muslims have made to world heritage…”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on May 15, 2017May 15, 2017

“…we are creating together a Mughal-style garden, which echoes the great contributions that Muslims have…

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  • Aga Khan IV

His Highness the Aga Khan: “At various times in world history, the locus of knowledge has moved from one centre of learning to another…”

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on April 26, 2017April 26, 2017

“At various times in world history, the locus of knowledge has moved from one centre…

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  • Aga Khan IV

Legacy of Jubilees – Legacy of Mawlana Shah Karim’s Golden Jubilee – July 11, 2007 to December 13, 2008

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on April 19, 2017February 8, 2025

“The Ismaili tradition looks upon a Jubilee anniversary as a good time to launch new projects….”

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  • Aga Khan IV

Countdown to Diamond Jubilee – Snapshots of Imamat – 2003 to 2007

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on March 28, 2017July 23, 2017

“In the Muslim ethical tradition, which links spirit and matter, the Imam not only leads…

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His Highness the Aga Khan: Our duty is to try to free people from poverty
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His Highness the Aga Khan: Our duty is to try to free people from poverty

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 10, 2017February 10, 2017

“Islam’s ethics establish an inextricable link between spiritual and material life, Din and Dunya. Consequently,…

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  • Aga Khan IV

Countdown to Diamond Jubilee – Snapshots of Imamat – 1993 to 1997

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 28, 2017July 23, 2017

“The right to hope is the most powerful human motivation I know. Its importance has…

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Aga Khan Award for Architecture
  • Aga Khan IV

Commemorating 40th Anniversary of Aga Khan Award for Architecture

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 26, 2017December 16, 2017

“Beginning in 1980 and every three years thereafter, I propose to offer a substantial monetary…

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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

Aga Khan Award for Architecture Award spotlights creative solutions to global challenges

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

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

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

Art & Culture

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

Global | Honoring Princess Yasmin Aga Khan & Rita Hayworth: World renowned artists – Britain’s Yarrow & Turkey’s Baykam – Unite with Hilton Contemporary Art Gallery in support of Alzheimer’s Association

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

The Daystar of Time – Poem by Sujjawal Ahmad

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

Books & Authors

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

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

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

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

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

JollyGul.com: Valentine’s Qasida Treat for the Jamat from Amin Mawani

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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