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![Leaders from British Columbia’s Muslim communities, including Ismaili Council President Samira Alibhai, gather at Vancouver City Hall with Mayor Gregor Robertson to commemorate Eid al-Adha. Leaders from British Columbia’s Muslim communities, including Ismaili Council President Samira Alibhai, gather at Vancouver City Hall with Mayor Gregor Robertson to commemorate Eid al-Adha.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/3136.jpg?itok=JczxewR6)
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Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates one of the greatest trials of faith in the life of Prophet Ibrahim (upon whom be peace), and also recalls the monotheistic ethos at the heart of the Abrahamic traditions of Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
![Mawlana Hazar Imam shares a light moment with the Jamat at the Diamond Jubilee Darbar in Lisbon, as Prince Amyn looks on. Mawlana Hazar Imam shares a light moment with the Jamat at the Diamond Jubilee Darbar in Lisbon, as Prince Amyn looks on.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/zahur_ramji_d_day_-_hall_1_july_11-4459.jpg?itok=rU2VkJjY)
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Imamat Day
Imamat Day is an occasion to express gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam, and to reaffirm our spiritual allegiance to the Imam and our commitment to the ethics of the faith.
![Old Fanous Ramadan, also known as Ramadan lantern is a famous Egyptian folklore associated with Ramadan. Old Fanous Ramadan, also known as Ramadan lantern is a famous Egyptian folklore associated with Ramadan.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/fanous_ramadan.jpg?itok=qRb2fYSm)
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Ramadan
Ramadan is the holy month in which Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) received the first revelation of the Holy Qur'an. It is a time of heightened commitment to piety and purification through special observances such as fasting, the performance of good deeds, and through personal...
![Calligraphic rendering of “Ali”. Calligraphic rendering of “Ali”.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/3572.jpg?itok=c9ceER68)
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Eid-e Ghadir
Eid-e Ghadir commemorates the pivotal event at Ghadir Khumm when, by divine command, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) designated his cousin Hazrat Ali as the first in the continuing line of hereditary Imams.
![Huge crowds packed Trafalgar Square for Eid celebrations in London. Huge crowds packed Trafalgar Square for Eid celebrations in London.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/3079.jpg?itok=_2zlr9SC)
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Eid ul-Fitr
Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month in which the Qur’an-e Shariff was revealed. It is an occasion of peace, happiness, joy and festivity.
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Laylat al-Qadr
Laylat al-Qadr – the Night of Power – commemorates the night during which the first verses of the Holy Qur’an were revealed to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).
![The first day of spring brings an outlook of hope and optimism The first day of spring brings an outlook of hope and optimism](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/pathway-2289978_1920.jpg?itok=brz_cjC5)
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Navroz
Navroz (Nowruz), a festival that marks the beginning of a new year and the first day of spring. More generally, it signifies a time of spiritual renewal and physical rejuvenation, as well as the spirit of gratitude for blessings and an outlook of hope and optimism.
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Muharram
Muharram is a month of remembrance, as it was on the tenth day of this month – known as Ashura – that Hazrat Imam Husayn, the beloved grandson of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family), was martyred at Karbala in 680 CE.
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Salgirah
Salgirah, the celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam's birthday is an occasion for Ismailis to reflect on the unique spiritual bond that links each murid to Hazar Imam. It also affords the Jamat an opportunity to express its love, loyalty and devotion to the Imamat, which binds the Ismaili...
![The folio depicts several angels, along with Buraq, the winged horse the holy Prophet is said to have ridden on Mi’raj. The folio depicts several angels, along with Buraq, the winged horse the holy Prophet is said to have ridden on Mi’raj.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/miraj.jpg?itok=rfTYdA05)
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Mi‘raj
Mi‘raj signifies the ascent to heaven by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).
![Calligraphy bearing the name of Prophet Muhammad, in traditional Thuluth script. The pattern is thought to be inspired by a 19th century disc from the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. Calligraphy bearing the name of Prophet Muhammad, in traditional Thuluth script. The pattern is thought to be inspired by a 19th century disc from the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/799.jpg?itok=9o-wDCn9)
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Milad-un-Nabi
Milad-un-Nabi commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family), who was born in Mecca in the year 570 CE and grew up to be a respected merchant, known for his honesty, integrity and trustworthiness.
![A 17th century example of zoomorphic calligraphy. Because of his courage and valour, Hazrat Ali was known as “The Lion of God.” The Arabic text is a supplication, known as Nad-e Ali. A 17th century example of zoomorphic calligraphy. Because of his courage and valour, Hazrat Ali was known as “The Lion of God.” The Arabic text is a supplication, known as Nad-e Ali.](https://the.ismaili/sites/default/files/styles/navigation_page_716x716_/public/calligraphy_akm526_goldlion_2000.jpg?itok=D6w-qvHM)
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Yawm-e Ali
Yawm‐e Ali commemorates the birthday of Hazrat Ali. The cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family), Hazrat Ali is recognised as the most important spiritual and intellectual authority in Islam after the Holy Prophet, who, in accordance with the Shia tradition...