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Author: Nimira Dewji

Chao Jin Tu Ji. Aga Khan Museum
  • Aga Khan Museum Toronto

The Aga Khan Museum’s collection includes a travelogue of a prominent Chinese Islamic scholar

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 19, 2015October 11, 2016

The earliest Muslims in China were traders who came to the south eastern ports as…

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Carved Ivory Plaque with Drummer Fatimid Egypt, 11th-12th Century. (Image via Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Italy)
  • Islamic Art

Music inspired artists to depict musicians and dancers on various objects

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 18, 2015February 4, 2017

Music has inspired Islamic artists to depict musicians and dancers in all media. Dancers are…

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  • Islamic Art

The Fatimid library was considered a wonder of the world

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 17, 2015February 4, 2017

In the Islamic world, book collections were initially linked to religious collection – in mosques…

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  • Award for Architecture

Bibliotheca Alexandrina was a recipient of the 2004 Aga Khan Award for Architecture

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 16, 2015October 11, 2016

Libraries have existed for a long time, dating back to at least the third millennium…

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  • Muslim Scholars

Al-Farabi is credited with preserving the works of Aristotle

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 13, 2015October 11, 2016

Abu Nasr al-Farabi was born around 870 CE in eastern Iran. After completing his early…

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  • History

The Game of Knowledge taught about the slow upward path of the spiritual seeker

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 9, 2015October 11, 2016

The Game of Knowledge, teaches the players about Islam. The players embark on journeys during…

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Aga Khan Museum Online Gallery: Three-Legged Stand 13th century CE
  • Prophet Muhammad

Prophet Muhammad’s exemplary qualities celebrated in poetry

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 8, 2015October 11, 2016

Prophet Muhammad was born around 570 CE in Mecca. His father had died before his…

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  • Muslim Scholars

UNESCO celebrates the work of Ibn Al-Haytham in 2015 – the International Year of Light

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 6, 2015October 11, 2016

Ibn Al-Haytham (965-1039), known as Alhazen in the West, was a philosopher, physicist, and mathematician.…

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  • Syria

Salamiyya was the residence of the Imams for several decades during pre-Fatimid time

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on January 4, 2015October 11, 2016

“Even after the Ismaili Imams began to rule as Fatimid caliphs in Cairo, Syria continued…

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Lunar crater- Umar Khayyam (Image: Wikipedia)
  • Muslim Scholars

A lunar crater is named after Umar Khayyam

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 30, 2014October 11, 2016

Umar Khayyam, an Islamic poet, and mathematician, was born around 1048 in Nishapur, a prominent…

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Commemorative stamp issued by Guinea-Bissau marking Al-Biruni's scientific contributions (Image: web.olivet.edu)
  • Muslim Scholars

Al-Biruni developed a formula in the 11th century to measure the earth’s circumference

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 30, 2014October 11, 2016

Al-Biruni, was born in 973 in Khwarizm, Uzbekistan. His father, a distinguished mathematician and astronomer,…

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  • Islamic Art

Treasures: Many artefacts from the Fatimid period are housed in museums around the world

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 24, 2014February 4, 2017

Elaborate example of filigree and granulation work from the Fatimid period. This pair of earrings…

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  • Islam

Ottomans were renowned for their architectural and artistic pursuits

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 24, 2014February 4, 2017

The Ottomans (r.1299-1923), a Turkish dynasty, controlled much of South-eastern Europe, the Near and the…

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  • Islam

The word Swahili is from Arabic

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 24, 2014October 11, 2016

Swahili, from the Arabic word sawahil, meaning ‘of the coast.’ Islam came to Africa very…

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  • Award for Architecture

Samarqand: One of the Landmark Cities of Islamic Architecture & Venue of the 5th Aga Khan Award for Architecture

  • by Nimira Dewji
  • Posted on December 24, 2014October 11, 2016

”In legend and in reality Samarqand is a source of inspiration to those who love…

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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

Pakistan | Aga Khan University Researchers Named Among World’s Top Most-Cited Scientists

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

New Book | “Love You Around the Universe and Back” by Mya Farial Mahedi and Zahra Mahedi

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

New Book | “Sleep Well, Take Risks, Squish the Peas” by Dr Hasan Merali

Make more room at the table’: Calgary writer [Anar Ali] deepens immigrant story with cop drama, Allegiance

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

Ginan: Navroz naa din sohaamnnaa – On the glorious day of Navroz

Ginan: Swaami-ne saachu(n) karine sreviye – By considering the Imam to be true, be devoted to him

Music in Ginans is vital for invoking specific emotions

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

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

Ginan: Duniya Sirajine Shaah More – Having created the world my Lord

Ginan: Saamee tamaaree vaddee maa(n)he – O Lord in your garden

Qasidas

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

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

Persian Qasida: Mashriq e Anware Yazdan Noor Mawlana Karim

Tajik Ismaili Artists: Saqi-e Bawafa Manam

Imamat Day Songs: Shan-i Karim Imam-i Zaman-Vol.1

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

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

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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