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Have you ever noticed that your mood and energy levels change with the weather? For example, how do you feel when the sun is shining versus when it is rainy and gloomy?
The Ismaili is pleased to present a rendition of the hamd Mera Khuda, performed by four young Ismaili artists in Pakistan. The hamd’s lyrics express happiness for the presence of God in our lives. As we begin a new year full of new hopes, the song reminds us to do so with our faith in mind.
A look back at the stories we told over the past year.
Muslims regard Jesus (peace be upon him) as one of the great prophets who brought divine guidance to humanity before Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).
The Government of Tanzania has named a street “Aga Khan Street” in recognition of the services being rendered by the Aga Khan Development Network, the Aga Khan Hospital, and Aga Khan Health Services.
To celebrate the 26th anniversary of its Foundation Ceremony, the Ismaili Centre Lisbon opened its doors to the public for a weekend of guided tours, a creative art exhibition, and unique musical performances. Prince Aly Muhammad and the Mayor of Lisbon were in attendance at the event.
Khushiali Mubarak is a devotional collaboration between 86 Ismaili artists around the world in celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam's 86th Birthday. The song weaves together different languages, traditions, and styles of music and dance, performed at Ismaili Centres in Dushanbe, Houston, London, Lisbon, Vancouver, and Toronto, with a stirring finale in Dubai.
On 13 December 2022, Ismailis around the world will celebrate Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 86th birthday — an occasion to reflect on the unique spiritual bond that links each murid to the Imam-of-the-Time.
Watch this creative new animated short story produced especially for Ismaili children, entitled, How can I tell my Mawla I love him? Join Inara and her family on an adventure as they ask, reflect, and search for ways to express their love and gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam on the occasion of Salgirah.
The Ismaili is pleased to present Happy Birthday Mawla, performed by and featuring Ismaili children from all over the world. Follow along with the lyrics and learn how to say happy birthday in different languages including Swahili, Arabic, Farsi, French, Portuguese, and more!
The latest short video in our What Ismailis Believe series explains why Ismailis celebrate their Imam's birthday every year.