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Category: Interviews and Speeches

Immense contributions of Landscape Architect, late Mohammad Shaheer
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Words of Wisdom: Immense contributions of Landscape Architect, late Mohammad Shaheer

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on September 15, 2018September 15, 2018

And I would also salute the memory of the late Professor M. Shaheer – who…

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His Highness the Aga Khan at the ceremony to inaugurate the restored Humayun's Tomb gardens. New Delhi, India. 15 April 2003
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Words of Wisdom: Chahar-bagh’s transcendent perfection – a glimpse of paradise on earth

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 29, 2018August 29, 2018

These restored gardens are the first chahar-bagh, or four-part paradise garden to surround a Mughal…

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Words of Wisdom: There is a long counter-history of religious focus on tolerance as a central virtue
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Words of Wisdom: There is a long counter-history of religious focus on tolerance as a central virtue

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 28, 2018August 29, 2018

I cite Hazrat Ali’s words so that you may understand the spirit in which I…

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His Highness the Aga Khan to deliver the keynote address at ICOMOS UK's 50th anniversary conference
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Words of Wisdom: MIAD Approach – Multi-Input Area Development

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 26, 2018August 26, 2018

It is striking in this regard that nearly one-third of internationally recognised World Heritage sites…

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His Highness the Aga Khan delivering a speech at the opening session of the conference "The role of hospitals in primary health care". AKDN
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Words of Wisdom: Basic health, education and housing are crucial stepping stones in the process of personal and national self-realisation and growth

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 22, 2018August 22, 2018

I do hope that all of you here will forgive me if I stray into…

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His Highness the Aga Khan delivering a speech at a banquet hosted by the Governor of Texas Rick Perry in honour of His Highness' visit to Texas. AKDN / ZAHUR RAMJI
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Words of Wisdom: The shared destiny of the ethos of the Abrahamic tradition

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 21, 2018August 21, 2018

The shared destiny of the ethos of the Abrahamic tradition that unites Christians, Jews and…

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Address by His Highness the Aga Khan to the Parliament of Portugal Lisbon, Portugal
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Words of Wisdom: People who are different from us need not be seen as a burden, but rather, as a blessing

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 20, 2018

On the one hand, we must recognise, realistically, that our inter-connected world could bring about…

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Members of the Ismaili Community gather at Jardim Amalia Rodrigues and celebrate the arrival of His Highness the Aga Khan. Photo: AKDN
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Words of Wisdom: History of Ismailis in Portugal

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 16, 2018August 15, 2018

…we can trace the story of Ismaili engagement with Portugal back many years – even…

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His Highness the Aga Khan delivering the Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs’ Commencement Address, at the Riverside Church, New York. AKDN / Zahur Ramji
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Words of Wisdom: Universal Human Values

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 14, 2018August 13, 2018

A passion for justice, the quest for equality, a respect for tolerance, a dedication to…

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His Highness the Aga Khan tours the exhibition Ideals of Leadership: Masterpieces from the Aga Khan Museum Collections, hosted at the Parliament building, São Bento Palace in Lisbon. AKDN
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Words of Wisdom: Our fundamental objective is to do whatever we can to help improve the quality of human life

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 5, 2018August 5, 2018

The authority of the Ismaili Imam is spiritual rather than temporal in nature. At the…

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Words of Wisdom: Country of Opportunity
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Words of Wisdom: Country of Opportunity

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on August 1, 2018August 3, 2018

To become a Country of Opportunity is not an easy matter, it is something that…

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Expresso Interview (English translation): "This is a Faith of Reason," explains His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan
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Expresso Interview (English translation): “This is a Faith of Reason,” explains His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on July 31, 2018July 31, 2018

Ten days after the conclusion of celebrations marking the diamond jubilee of His Highness Prince Karim…

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Words of Wisdom: The great Muslim philosophers, scientists, astronomers and writers of the classical age of Islam
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Words of Wisdom: The great Muslim philosophers, scientists, astronomers and writers of the classical age of Islam

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on July 23, 2018July 22, 2018

  Humanities curricula in many educational institutions in the West, rarely feature great Muslim philosophers,…

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Expresso Magazine Article: Interview with His Highness the Aga Khan in Lisbon, Portugal
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Expresso Magazine Article: Interview with His Highness the Aga Khan in Lisbon, Portugal

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on July 21, 2018July 21, 2018

By Alexandra Carita for Expresso Magazine (in Portuguese – subscription required). Espresso about #AgaKhan: "It…

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Words of Wisdom: The need for better understanding across cultures has never been greater

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on July 21, 2018July 21, 2018

“The need for better understanding across cultures has never been greater – nor more pressing.…

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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

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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

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

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

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

Ginans: Our Wonderful Tradition – Ismailimail launches a new series

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

Largest Collection of Ginans Online

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

Music in Ginans is vital for invoking specific emotions

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

Mawlana Hazar Imam’s Diamond Jubilee USA Visit March 2018 – Welcome, Tribute & Intezari Ginan: Late Alijah Gulamhusein Gulamani and family

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

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: 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: 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

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

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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

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

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

Qasidas with Translation

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

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

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

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

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