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"When Nabi Mohammed Mustafa departed from this world he appointed Pir Imam Hasan as his successor to carry on the work. Similarly, Murtaza Ali appointed Imam Husayn as the Imam after him." (Gujrati Farman book 'Kutchh na Farman' pages 8-9.) From the above Farman one may surmise that there ...

Ya Ali Madad, Some thoughts regarding the Ithna Ashari Imamate: - The Ithna Ashari Imams provided the necessary cover for the Ismaili Imams. When the line was no longer needed, it disappeared. Many Imami Ithna Asharies converted to Ismailism shortly after the 12th Imam disappeared. YAM, Your though...

We as Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims feel and trust that our current Imam, Hazar Imam is the rightful hereditary descendant of Prophet Mohammed and Hazrat Ali... correct?. Yes...the Imams' themselves have claimed it. Here are two pertinent quotes from the "Memoirs of Agakhan" by Imam Sultan M...

EAGLES IN A STORM Did you know that an eagle knows when a storm is approaching long before it breaks? The eagle will fly to some high spot and wait for the winds to come. When the storm hits, it sets its wings so that the wind will pick it up and lift it above the storm. While the storm rages below,...

The following article explores the various dimensions of Hijab in it's social, cultural, political context and then goes on to discuss the real Hijab or Hijab in it's broadest sense which the author calls the epistemological Hijab which is isolation of women from any social, cultural and religious a...

The following article that appeared in today's Calgary Herald discusses the benefits of practicing faith regularly in terms of prayers and Jamatkhana attendance. The article speaks for itself and nothing more needs to be added. Prayer's healing touch New research shows a link between faith and good ...

You cannot step twice into the same river, for other waters are continually flowing on. -Heraclitus *** Mind is consciousness which has put on limitations. You are originally unlimited and perfect. Later you take on limitations and become the mind. -Sri Ramana Maharshi *** Perception can make whatev...

Excellent! I am looking forward to this thread. Before I read the article, I wanted to ask you from an educated point-of-view can you put a time to the "unity" of shias in Iraq/Iran? Furthermore, I had once read a portion of a farman where MSMS had said Ithna Ashari's will be eliminted in...

I am glad that you raised this question. I came across the article mentioned below, and was thinking about a proper context to present it in this forum. The article discusses the zeal and enthusiasm with which the Shias of Iraq are reviving their traditions and culture with all that goes with it in ...

FAQs: What Is Intelligent Design? Kansas is weighing whether public schools should teach intelligent design alongside Darwin's theories. What is ID all about? What is intelligent design (ID)? Intelligent design is the theory that living things show signs of having been designed. ID supporters argue...

Hero Who Fought Crusaders Is Role Model for Muslims For many Syrian Muslims, the Crusades still rankle. But the 12th-century leader Saladin may inspire today's peacemakers . By Rhonda Roumani On a dark street in a wealthy district of Damascus, a light shines from an arched, brass doorway. The door ...

Changing laws.... One of the ethical question is that in such circumstances, when a person comes for wedding in Jamatkhana with a demand of performing marriage with animals or family or whatever how would the mukhi have to react without being accused of not respecting the law. Would it not be bette...

The following article that appeared in today's Calgary Herald, reinforces the view that sexual orientation is not a behavorial issue but rather the way we are made up. Gay men's sex response like women's The Associated Press Tuesday, May 10, 2005 Gay men's brains respond differently from those of he...

Perhaps it would also be of interest to note that Pir Bibi Sarkar was the daughter of the previous Pir, Pir Mirza Mohammed Baqir.

Once when Imam Sultan Muhammad Shah came to give deedar, a man gave him money and said it is my dasond. Imam replied give it in Jamat Khana. He said I do not have trust that if I will give dasond in Jamat Khana they will handover my money to you therefore I am giving this directly to you. Imam said...

In contrast to the views of the Hindu organisation supporting pluralism in the previous post, the following are the views of a prominent Sunni who views pluralism as divisive and weakening rather than strengthening and indeed advocates all Muslims go back to the origins! Los Angeles, California: Dr....

I've read a considerable amount of Ismaili history and there seems to be no mentions of the significance of women in the religion. Do we have any women Pirs (if it is possible)? What about Imam Begum (from the ginans)? Sayyeda Imam Begum was not a Pir, she was one of the last descendants of the kad...

The following article discusses the increasing role of Muslim women in society in Turkey. More women are getting educated and demanding equitable opportunities in relation to men. This presents an interesting prospect in regard to the many facets of Islam as presently practiced by the mainstream Sun...

The following communication makes one wonder whether the Hindus are more closer to us than the Sunnis in terms of their thinking. HAF COMMENDS AGHA KHAN FOR COMMITMENT TO PLURALISM The Hindu American Foundation wrote a letter to His Highness the Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of the Shia Imami Ismai...

The Torah was given in the desert, teaching us that to merit Torah, a man must renounce himself like the desert. - Pesikta de R. Kahana *** Free from desire, He neither praises the peaceful Nor blames the wicked. The same in joy and sorrow, He is always happy. He sees there is nothing to do. -Ashtav...

Mowla Ali Madad As you wrote,"This statement is not accurate. I checked the "Memoirs" and it seems there is a problem with the statement in it as well. I suggest you delete it. " ok I will delete it but first let me know the problem. Do you mean I have written wrong or there is ...

YAM, These are my thoughts. I will begin with the following statement of MHI. "Since my grandfather, the late Aga Khan died, I have been the bearer of the Noor"(December 12 and 19, 1965: The London Sunday Times , Interview) Just as a mother who bears a child is separate from the child, the...

It is in Memoirs of Aga Khan. Since he was shia of the narrowest outlook he concentrated his most ferocious hatred not on non muslims, not even on those who persecuted the Prophet, his daughter and two grand children, His son in law Ali and about four or five of the closest companions of Hazrat Ali...

Well I have to strongly disagree here. The Imam appoints Mukhis AND Mukhianis for a certain term. If Mukhi dies, no Council can remove Mukhiani from her position. Once Mukhiani has been apointed for a term, even Council member has to obey her as she detaines spiritual authority then on behalf of th...

I have read elsewhere in this forum that if one dreams of any HI, that dream is from Satan. However, if one dreams of the Holy Prophet (saw) that dream is from Allah, and never from Satan. Please correct me if I'm wrong. I would love to hear more about the 'noor.' The dreams alluded to in the anecd...

Further to Imam's guidance on it as quoted by unnalhaq, if the dream is authentic and of any personal significance in terms of guidance or message, it will be very obvious to the individual and no other person's interpretation would be necessary. The following are anecdotes of two dreams that occure...

The following article that appeared in today's Calgary Herald, discusses interrelationship between the environment, economics and spirituality. It draws attention to the current situation devoid of any meaning leading to excessive consumerism to fill the void. It concludes by suggesting a return to ...

The following is an article expressing another woman's views relating to her personal experience of leading congregational prayer which hitherto has been regarded as Taboo. From the ritual to the spiritual RAHEEL RAZA At the rate poison darts are soaring towards me, one would think I led a chorus li...

All knowledge acquired through the five senses is worthless To those without knowledge of truth. In everything of every kind whatsoever, Wisdom perceives Truth in that thing. Those who find Divine Truth in this world Follow a path which never comes back to this world. Those who think with certitude ...

Sex and the Unmarried Christian The author of a frank book on chastity talks about sex ed, 'just say no,' and 're-writing' her own sexual history. Interviewed by Holly Lebowitz Rossi Lauren F. Winner started a lot of conversations when she published her 2003 memoir, "Girl Meets God," abou...