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Category: Interviews and Speeches

Keynote Address by His Highness the Aga Khan at the "Africa 2016: Business for Africa, Egypt and the World" conference
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Keynote Address by His Highness the Aga Khan at the “Africa 2016: Business for Africa, Egypt and the World” conference

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  • Posted on February 21, 2016

21 February 2016 Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Rahim Excellencies, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Distinguished Leaders of Africa Ladies…

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His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan delivers the Keynote Address at the Africa 2016 Forum
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His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan delivers the Keynote Address at the Africa 2016 Forum

  • by AM
  • Posted on February 21, 2016October 11, 2016

His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan delivered the Keynote Address at the Africa 2016

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His Highness the Aga Khan's statement to the Supporting Syria and the Region Conference
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Video and Text: His Highness the Aga Khan’s statement to the Supporting Syria and the Region Conference

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on February 4, 2016December 25, 2016

Statement by His Highness the Aga Khan at the Supporting Syria and the Region Conference.

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Princess Zahra Aga Khan's Keynote Address at the 36th Asian Racing Conference, India
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Princess Zahra Aga Khan’s Keynote Address at the 36th Asian Racing Conference, India

  • by AM
  • Posted on January 26, 2016May 15, 2025

Princess Zahra Aga Khan delivered a keynote address at the opening ceremony of the 36th Asian Racing Conference in Mumbai, India.

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From the Vault of MIT: 1994 MIT Commencement Address — His Highness Karim Aga Khan IV
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From the Vault of MIT: 1994 MIT Commencement Address — His Highness Karim Aga Khan IV

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on January 25, 2016January 25, 2016

His Highness the Aga Khan IV gives the 1994 MIT Commencement Address – the first Muslim to be the guest speaker.

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Remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan at the Land Grant Ceremony for a New Teaching Hospital in Uganda
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Remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan at the Land Grant Ceremony for a New Teaching Hospital in Uganda

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on December 18, 2015February 13, 2017

17 December 2015 Mr President, Prime Minister, Guests, This is an important day for me…

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Remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan Regarding the Creation of the Aga Khan University Hospital in Kampala | AKDN
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Remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan Regarding the Creation of the Aga Khan University Hospital in Kampala | AKDN

  • by AM
  • Posted on December 18, 2015February 13, 2017

Kampala, Uganda, 17 December 2015. Right Honorable Prime Minister, Honorable Ministers, Members of the Diplomatic…

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Professor Diana L. Eck of Harvard University conducted the interview with His Highness the Aga Khan following the Samuel L. and Elizabeth Jodidi Lecture, 12 November 2015. (Photo: AKDN)
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Intervew Transript: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Interview with Professor Diana L. Eck of Harvard University | AKDN

  • by AM
  • Posted on November 13, 2015August 6, 2017

ECK: You ended with what is a remarkable theological foundation of pluralism. You began with…

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Speech by Mawlana Hazar Imam: Samuel L. and Elizabeth Jodidi Lecture 2015 at Harvard University | The Ismaili

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on November 12, 2015

“The Cosmopolitan Ethic in a Fragmented World” Bismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Rahim Mark Elliott, Vice ProvostMichele Lamont, Director of…

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Video: His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan speaks at ICOMOS 50th Anniversary Conference

  • by AM
  • Posted on October 23, 2015December 2, 2016

Published on Oct 23, 2015. The Aga Khan delivers the keynote address at a conference…

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His Royal Highness the Duke of Gloucester, Patron of ICOMOS-UK receives His Highness the Aga Khan for the 50th anniversary conference. (Photo AKDN / Anya Campbell)
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Speech: His Highness the Aga Khan’s Keynote Address at the ICOMOS 50th Anniversary Conference

  • by AM
  • Posted on October 22, 2015December 2, 2016

London, United Kingdom, 22/10/2015 – His Highness the Aga Khan delivered the keynote address at a…

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Video: Challenges facing democracy linked to quality of life, says Mawlana Hazar Imam | The Ismaili
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Video: Challenges facing democracy linked to quality of life, says Mawlana Hazar Imam | The Ismaili

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on September 16, 2015July 2, 2016

THEISMAILI.ORG – Athens, 15 September 2015 — Democracy faces dire challenges in the world today,…

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Tweeter Report: His Highness the Aga Khan at Athens Democracy Forum
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Twitter Report: His Highness the Aga Khan at Athens Democracy Forum

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on September 15, 2015July 2, 2016
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Global Centre for Pluralism Annual Lecture 2015: Introductory Remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan

  • by ismailimail
  • Posted on May 29, 2015July 2, 2016

“…..there is a profound need to focus on the values and hopes that unite all…

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The Aga Khan addresses attendees at the opening ceremony for the Aga Khan Park (image via Torontoist)
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Remarks by His Highness the Aga Khan at the Inauguration of the Aga Khan Park, Toronto

  • by AM
  • Posted on May 26, 2015December 2, 2016

The Aga Khan Park in Toronto will be an added prime example of the inspired, intelligent…

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

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

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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

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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

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

Sandy Kurt: An artist specializing in Islamic geometric patterns

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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

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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

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

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

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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

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

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

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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A Ginan in a dream at the Ismaili Centre: By Pir Hassan Kabiruddin – Recited By Alijah Gulamhusein Gulamani

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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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