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Seasonal depression is recurring, and one might notice a significant shift in their well-being consistently as the seasons change.
Seasonal depression is recurring, and one might notice a significant shift in their well-being consistently as the seasons change.
What you ought to know about seasonal depression
What you ought to know about seasonal depression
9 January 2023

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?

mera khuda

Music video: Mera Khuda
1 January 2023

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.

The Ismaili in 2022
The Ismaili in 2022
31 December 2022

A look back at the stories we told over the past year.

2022: A year of difficult questions
2022: A year of difficult questions
30 December 2022
This Persian miniature painting depicts Prophet ‘Isa (Jesus) and his mother, Maryam (Mary).
This Persian miniature painting depicts Prophet ‘Isa (Jesus) and his mother, Maryam (Mary).
Why do Muslims revere Jesus?
Why do Muslims revere Jesus?
23 December 2022

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).

Celebrating Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 86th birthday, the unveiling of signage for Aga Khan Street took place on 8 December 2022.
Celebrating Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 86th birthday, the unveiling of signage for Aga Khan Street took place on 8 December 2022.
Aga Khan Street unveiled in honour of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday
Aga Khan Street unveiled in honour of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday
23 December 2022

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.

Prince Aly Muhammad and the Mayor of Lisbon, Dr Carlos Moedas, tour the Ismaili Centre, Lisbon.
Prince Aly Muhammad and the Mayor of Lisbon, Dr Carlos Moedas, tour the Ismaili Centre, Lisbon.
Ismaili Centre Lisbon celebrates 26 years as a community hub in Portugal
Ismaili Centre Lisbon celebrates 26 years as a community hub in Portugal
22 December 2022

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 86

Music video: Khushiali Mubarak
13 December 2022

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.

Mawlana Hazar Imam is presented with a cake on behalf of the worldwide Jamat on the occasion of his 80th birthday.
Mawlana Hazar Imam is presented with a cake on behalf of the worldwide Jamat on the occasion of his 80th birthday.
Salgirah
Salgirah
12 December 2022

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.

Salgirah Animation

Video: How can I tell my Mawla I love him?
11 December 2022

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.

Happy Birthday Mawla

Music video: Happy Birthday Mawla
11 December 2022

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!

WIB Salgirah

Video: Why do Ismailis celebrate their Imam’s birthday?
Video: Why do Ismailis celebrate their Imam’s birthday?
10 December 2022

The latest short video in our What Ismailis Believe series explains why Ismailis celebrate their Imam's birthday every year.

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