AKDN celebrates Imamat Day in city
Resident Diplomatic Representative Merali highlights key global initiatives in 2019
Dhaka, Aug 1 (UNB) - The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) has celebrated the 62nd Anniversary of the ascension of Aga Khan to the Ismaili Imamat.
The occasion also marked the fifth anniversary of the establishment of AKDN’s Diplomatic Representation Office in Bangladesh.
Senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of civil society and business, and members of the Ismaili community attended the celebration on Wednesday evening.
Acting Foreign Secretary Kamrul Ahsan addressed the function as the chief guest.
AKDN’s Resident Diplomatic Representative to Bangladesh Munir M Merali thanked the government for the support accorded to the Network through the realisation of the Protocol Agreement signed in 2013.
AKDN has been operating for over six decades in Bangladesh across a broad spectrum of activities and programmes, said a media release on Thursday.
Building upon various bilateral agreements, the AKDN in Bangladesh is actively engaged with the government and a variety of development partners to help bring social and economic progress, it said.
Merali highlighted a number of key global initiatives for this year.
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KHUSHALI MUBARAK
Video: Imamat Day Khushyali | Moscow, Russia 2019
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_cont ... wD01aoZVrE
Article in Russian with photos:
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Photograph of His Highness the Aga Khan, verses from the Koran and rap: Celebration of "Imam Day" in Moscow
19:00 14.07.2019
(Last modified on 11.07.2019)
Moscow Ismail celebrates Imam Day with dignity
Monday, July 14 - Sputnik, Nilufar Nekqadam. On July 13, a concert was held at the Concert Hall "Vdohnoveni" on the occasion of the 62nd anniversary of the Imam's appointment to the throne.
The event consisted of two parts: an exhibition and a cultural program.
Highlights of His Highness the Aga Khan IV and his Nur program
At the entrance, pleased young men were greeted by a welcoming youth, who accompanied the audience to the entrance of the hall to show the seats for each audience.
On the one hand, in the exhibition, on the table in glass, are photographs of young and current Grandfather Aga Khan IV, and on them are photographs of Ismaili centers, located in different cities, and a beautiful red carpet with visitor centers. would give.
Photo: AKHP IV exhibition in Moscow
The number of Ismailis in Tajikistan is estimated at more than 200,000. The country has built two Ismaili centers, one in the capital, Dushanbe, and the other in Khorog.
Photo: Moscow Ismaili Community Celebrates Imam Day
On the other hand, a representative from the education department of the public organization "Nur" informed the public about the educational programs of the facility.
According to the content of the section, the center has special education programs for children from the age of eight months to grade 11.
"We cooperate with various Moscow-based training centers, including the Lomonosov Training Center, and hold an annual Olympiad among school students judged by the experts of the center," said the rapper.
According to Nur representatives, a special child development program is being launched every Saturday and Sunday at the center.
Scene decoration
The second part of the program, consisting of a concert, was held in the big hall "Vdohnoveni".
The scene is adorned with the symbols of the Pamir House, reflecting the ancient culture of the people of Badakhshan. There were two pillars on one side of the staircase as the entrance to the house, and on one of the columns there was a rubab.
Go above: Tajiks in Moscow have built a "Pamir House"
Photo: Moscow Culture Program to mark Imam's Day
From ancient times, every garden house had musical instruments such as dutar, fireplace and tanner, but more and more rubbish hung in every house, indicating a high perception of the music of the people of Badakhshan.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_cont ... wD01aoZVrE
Article in Russian with photos:
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Google Translation:
Photograph of His Highness the Aga Khan, verses from the Koran and rap: Celebration of "Imam Day" in Moscow
19:00 14.07.2019
(Last modified on 11.07.2019)
Moscow Ismail celebrates Imam Day with dignity
Monday, July 14 - Sputnik, Nilufar Nekqadam. On July 13, a concert was held at the Concert Hall "Vdohnoveni" on the occasion of the 62nd anniversary of the Imam's appointment to the throne.
The event consisted of two parts: an exhibition and a cultural program.
Highlights of His Highness the Aga Khan IV and his Nur program
At the entrance, pleased young men were greeted by a welcoming youth, who accompanied the audience to the entrance of the hall to show the seats for each audience.
On the one hand, in the exhibition, on the table in glass, are photographs of young and current Grandfather Aga Khan IV, and on them are photographs of Ismaili centers, located in different cities, and a beautiful red carpet with visitor centers. would give.
Photo: AKHP IV exhibition in Moscow
The number of Ismailis in Tajikistan is estimated at more than 200,000. The country has built two Ismaili centers, one in the capital, Dushanbe, and the other in Khorog.
Photo: Moscow Ismaili Community Celebrates Imam Day
On the other hand, a representative from the education department of the public organization "Nur" informed the public about the educational programs of the facility.
According to the content of the section, the center has special education programs for children from the age of eight months to grade 11.
"We cooperate with various Moscow-based training centers, including the Lomonosov Training Center, and hold an annual Olympiad among school students judged by the experts of the center," said the rapper.
According to Nur representatives, a special child development program is being launched every Saturday and Sunday at the center.
Scene decoration
The second part of the program, consisting of a concert, was held in the big hall "Vdohnoveni".
The scene is adorned with the symbols of the Pamir House, reflecting the ancient culture of the people of Badakhshan. There were two pillars on one side of the staircase as the entrance to the house, and on one of the columns there was a rubab.
Go above: Tajiks in Moscow have built a "Pamir House"
Photo: Moscow Culture Program to mark Imam's Day
From ancient times, every garden house had musical instruments such as dutar, fireplace and tanner, but more and more rubbish hung in every house, indicating a high perception of the music of the people of Badakhshan.
Advancing development in Mozambique
The Aga Khan Development Network hosted a reception in Maputo, Mozambique, last month, to celebrate Imamat Day with guests and members of the Jamat, and to raise awareness of AKDN’s work in the region.
The event, held in the gardens of the Polana Serena hotel, was attended by the Official Representative of the Government of the Republic of Mozambique, Vice-Minister of Public Works, Housing and Water Resources, Engineer Victor Tauacale.
Also in attendance were government dignitaries, members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of international organisations, members of religious groups, and leaders of business, academia, and civil society. The event was also honoured by the presence of Her Excellency the Secretary of State of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Government of the Portuguese Republic, Dr Teresa Ribeiro.
Mr Tauacale took the opportunity to acknowledge the role played by AKDN in Mozambique, saying that “The Aga Khan [Development] Network has been an important partner for the development of Mozambique and we would like to reiterate our appreciation of intervention, whose contribution complements our Government's efforts in its primary objective of promoting the improvement of well-being and of the living conditions of our populations,” highlighting also “the actions developed in the education sector by the Aga Khan Foundation at the Agrarian Institute of Bilibiza in Cabo Delgado, the Aga Khan Academy in Matola, among others, which have contributed to the frank development of the country.”
He also took the opportunity to thank the support and solidarity provided by AKDN and Jamati institutions during and after the tragic passage of the tropical cyclones Idai and Kenneth.
The AKDN Diplomatic Representative in the Republic of Mozambique, Mr Nazim Ahmad, also addressed guests, taking the opportunity to explain the work of the Ismaili Imamat and Aga Khan Development Network, stating that “AKDN Mozambique employs 1,243 people, of which 98% are Mozambican and 62% are female, and has invested since 2001 approximately 300 million US Dollars.”
Mr Ahmad also shared the progress achieved through the AKDN’s programmatic work in Mozambique. AKDN agencies have been present in Mozambique for many years, working towards achieving the considerable potential for progress and socio-economic development in the country, specifically in the areas of tourism, agriculture, education, health, civil society, and infrastructure.
The Aga Khan Foundation has been present in Mozambique since 2001, benefitting over 800,000 Mozambicans in the areas of agriculture and food security, health and nutrition, early childhood development, financial inclusion, education, and civil society.
The Moztex textile factory, under the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, has been operating since September 2008 at a free zone industrial park. Its operations started with a training school, and nearly 2,000 people have been trained since 2008. Today, Moztex employs 752 employees. In 2018, its production was approximately 2.4 million pieces of exported garments.
In addition, the Aga Khan Academy in the Province of Maputo has been operating in its fifth academic year since 2013 with the International Baccalaureate curriculum. The Academy includes a residential student programme and is currently comprised of 147 students. Linked to its academic programme, the guiding principles of the Aga Khan Academies involve five crucial strands: Ethics, Pluralism, Economy for Development, Cultures, and Governance and Civil Society. The Academy, which is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, will have capacity for 300 residential and 450 daytime students.
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https://the.ismaili/news/advancing-deve ... rce=Direct
The Aga Khan Development Network hosted a reception in Maputo, Mozambique, last month, to celebrate Imamat Day with guests and members of the Jamat, and to raise awareness of AKDN’s work in the region.
The event, held in the gardens of the Polana Serena hotel, was attended by the Official Representative of the Government of the Republic of Mozambique, Vice-Minister of Public Works, Housing and Water Resources, Engineer Victor Tauacale.
Also in attendance were government dignitaries, members of the diplomatic corps, representatives of international organisations, members of religious groups, and leaders of business, academia, and civil society. The event was also honoured by the presence of Her Excellency the Secretary of State of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Government of the Portuguese Republic, Dr Teresa Ribeiro.
Mr Tauacale took the opportunity to acknowledge the role played by AKDN in Mozambique, saying that “The Aga Khan [Development] Network has been an important partner for the development of Mozambique and we would like to reiterate our appreciation of intervention, whose contribution complements our Government's efforts in its primary objective of promoting the improvement of well-being and of the living conditions of our populations,” highlighting also “the actions developed in the education sector by the Aga Khan Foundation at the Agrarian Institute of Bilibiza in Cabo Delgado, the Aga Khan Academy in Matola, among others, which have contributed to the frank development of the country.”
He also took the opportunity to thank the support and solidarity provided by AKDN and Jamati institutions during and after the tragic passage of the tropical cyclones Idai and Kenneth.
The AKDN Diplomatic Representative in the Republic of Mozambique, Mr Nazim Ahmad, also addressed guests, taking the opportunity to explain the work of the Ismaili Imamat and Aga Khan Development Network, stating that “AKDN Mozambique employs 1,243 people, of which 98% are Mozambican and 62% are female, and has invested since 2001 approximately 300 million US Dollars.”
Mr Ahmad also shared the progress achieved through the AKDN’s programmatic work in Mozambique. AKDN agencies have been present in Mozambique for many years, working towards achieving the considerable potential for progress and socio-economic development in the country, specifically in the areas of tourism, agriculture, education, health, civil society, and infrastructure.
The Aga Khan Foundation has been present in Mozambique since 2001, benefitting over 800,000 Mozambicans in the areas of agriculture and food security, health and nutrition, early childhood development, financial inclusion, education, and civil society.
The Moztex textile factory, under the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development, has been operating since September 2008 at a free zone industrial park. Its operations started with a training school, and nearly 2,000 people have been trained since 2008. Today, Moztex employs 752 employees. In 2018, its production was approximately 2.4 million pieces of exported garments.
In addition, the Aga Khan Academy in the Province of Maputo has been operating in its fifth academic year since 2013 with the International Baccalaureate curriculum. The Academy includes a residential student programme and is currently comprised of 147 students. Linked to its academic programme, the guiding principles of the Aga Khan Academies involve five crucial strands: Ethics, Pluralism, Economy for Development, Cultures, and Governance and Civil Society. The Academy, which is expected to grow rapidly in the coming years, will have capacity for 300 residential and 450 daytime students.
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https://the.ismaili/news/advancing-deve ... rce=Direct
My Imamat Day Resolution 2019- Northern Saurashtra
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Imamat Day Jubilee Celebration, 2019 in Northern Saurashtra
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Imamat Day Jubilee Celebration, 2019 in Northern Saurashtra
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My Imamat Day Resolution 2019- North Eastern Gujrat
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Imamat Day Celebration 2019- North Eastern Gujrat
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Imamat Day Celebration 2019- North Eastern Gujrat
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#Salgirah2019 Special: Meet Zoya, JollyGul.com First Animated 3D Character!
JollyGul.com is continuing to develop 3D animation capabilities to enhance their ability to present content in a compelling way to the Jamat. They recently produced a ginan video “U(n)chaare Kott” (click here to watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PibV3m ... e=emb_logo) where the environment and scenes were created using 3D animation software.
Today, they are taking another step – they are presenting to you “Zoya” their first animated 3D character.
Check out the 1-minute video as Zoya introduces herself and wishes Salgirah Mubarak to the global Jamat on behalf of the JollyGul Team.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_cont ... e=emb_logo
JollyGul.com is continuing to develop 3D animation capabilities to enhance their ability to present content in a compelling way to the Jamat. They recently produced a ginan video “U(n)chaare Kott” (click here to watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PibV3m ... e=emb_logo) where the environment and scenes were created using 3D animation software.
Today, they are taking another step – they are presenting to you “Zoya” their first animated 3D character.
Check out the 1-minute video as Zoya introduces herself and wishes Salgirah Mubarak to the global Jamat on behalf of the JollyGul Team.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_cont ... e=emb_logo
Salgirah Mubarak 2019
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qg10EkPT7c
As the global Jamat celebrates Mawlana Hazar Imam's 83rd birthday, we look back at some highlights of the past 12 months.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qg10EkPT7c
As the global Jamat celebrates Mawlana Hazar Imam's 83rd birthday, we look back at some highlights of the past 12 months.
Statement by the Prime Minister on the birthday of His Highness the Aga Khan
December 13, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark the birthday of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan:
“Today, we join Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 83rd birthday of their spiritual leader, His Highness the Aga Khan.
“His Highness has worked for more than six decades to reduce poverty, improve healthcare and education, and defend the rights of the most vulnerable, especially women and children. An advocate for people of all backgrounds and faiths, he inspires others to follow his path of compassion, generosity, and service.
“The Aga Khan champions respect for diversity and human rights – values that are shared by Canadians. In recognition of his contributions, he was named an honourary Canadian citizen. His Highness also chose Canada as the home of the Aga Khan Museum and the Global Centre for Pluralism. Canada, and the world, are stronger because of his work to build a more peaceful, inclusive future.
“Today, Sophie and I thank the Aga Khan for his international leadership, and wish him continued health and happiness on this special day.”
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/201 ... s-aga-khan
Also on: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/s ... 95073.html
December 13, 2019
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark the birthday of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan:
“Today, we join Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 83rd birthday of their spiritual leader, His Highness the Aga Khan.
“His Highness has worked for more than six decades to reduce poverty, improve healthcare and education, and defend the rights of the most vulnerable, especially women and children. An advocate for people of all backgrounds and faiths, he inspires others to follow his path of compassion, generosity, and service.
“The Aga Khan champions respect for diversity and human rights – values that are shared by Canadians. In recognition of his contributions, he was named an honourary Canadian citizen. His Highness also chose Canada as the home of the Aga Khan Museum and the Global Centre for Pluralism. Canada, and the world, are stronger because of his work to build a more peaceful, inclusive future.
“Today, Sophie and I thank the Aga Khan for his international leadership, and wish him continued health and happiness on this special day.”
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/201 ... s-aga-khan
Also on: https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/s ... 95073.html
Aga Khan IV - 83rd Birthday on 13 December 2019
2019, December 13: This 83rd Birthday wishes to Mowlana Hazar Imam by Canadian and world leaders:
Jamat in Pakistan Celebrated Mawlana Hazar Imam's 83rd Birthday
Speaking on the occasion of his birthday on the 16th of December in 2016, Mawlana Hazar Imam expressed, “My wish for the decades ahead is that you stand firmly by the principles and ethics of our faith. Wherever you are, whatever age you are, whatever you do in your lives, it is essentially important to me that the principles of our faith should be respected every day of your lives.” Following the guidance of Mawlana Hazar Imam, the Jamat in Pakistan celebrated the birthday highlighting the importance of living by the ethics and principles of the Ismaili faith.
In the region of Gilgit, the Jamat gathered the amount allocated for celebrations and duly donated the funds to the Central Fund-Raising Committee (CFRC) to invest in a better future for the Jamat in Pakistan. While in the region of Hunza, despite snowfall and zero-degree temperature, the flag-hoisting ceremony was held after morning prayers followed by band rallies. The Jamat also prepared birthday cards with best wishes for Mawlana Hazar Imam.
In the Central region, a mehndi programme was held which was attended by a large number of female members of the community. The Southern region, the Jamat, particularly senior citizens, were encouraged and performed on cultural songs. Depicting the diversity and unity in the Jamat, children in the Gupis-Yasin region participated in theatre plays on the special occasion while in the Ishkoman Puniyal region, cleanliness drives were organised by the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides to highlight the civic responsibility of the Jamat. In the region of Chitral, cake cutting ceremonies, march-past and band performances were held in celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday, which were also performed throughout the country.
Photos at:
https://the.ismaili/pakistan/jamat-paki ... s-birthday
Speaking on the occasion of his birthday on the 16th of December in 2016, Mawlana Hazar Imam expressed, “My wish for the decades ahead is that you stand firmly by the principles and ethics of our faith. Wherever you are, whatever age you are, whatever you do in your lives, it is essentially important to me that the principles of our faith should be respected every day of your lives.” Following the guidance of Mawlana Hazar Imam, the Jamat in Pakistan celebrated the birthday highlighting the importance of living by the ethics and principles of the Ismaili faith.
In the region of Gilgit, the Jamat gathered the amount allocated for celebrations and duly donated the funds to the Central Fund-Raising Committee (CFRC) to invest in a better future for the Jamat in Pakistan. While in the region of Hunza, despite snowfall and zero-degree temperature, the flag-hoisting ceremony was held after morning prayers followed by band rallies. The Jamat also prepared birthday cards with best wishes for Mawlana Hazar Imam.
In the Central region, a mehndi programme was held which was attended by a large number of female members of the community. The Southern region, the Jamat, particularly senior citizens, were encouraged and performed on cultural songs. Depicting the diversity and unity in the Jamat, children in the Gupis-Yasin region participated in theatre plays on the special occasion while in the Ishkoman Puniyal region, cleanliness drives were organised by the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides to highlight the civic responsibility of the Jamat. In the region of Chitral, cake cutting ceremonies, march-past and band performances were held in celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s birthday, which were also performed throughout the country.
Photos at:
https://the.ismaili/pakistan/jamat-paki ... s-birthday
Imamat Day
Foremost among the principles of the Shia Ismaili Tariqah of Islam is the recognition of the Imam of the Time. Imamat Day is an occasion to reaffirm this principle, express gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam, and to reaffirm our spiritual allegiance to the Imam and our commitment to the ethics of the faith.
Sixty-three years ago, on 11 July 1957, Mawlana Hazar Imam succeeded his grandfather, Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, as the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims.
In keeping with the 1,400-year old tradition of Muslim leadership, covering all interpretations of Islam, Mawlana Hazar Imam has guided his murids in matters of faith and worked tirelessly to improve the quality and security of their lives. This latter concern extends not only to the Ismailis but all those who share their lives – locally, nationally and internationally.
Mawlana Hazar Imam's vision, as well as the Imamat's institutional capacity to catalyse human development, have been widely recognised by governments, international organisations and civil society institutions. Today, the Ismaili Imamat's privileged relationships with many of these, enhance its capacity to contribute to human development on a global scale.
It is through the leadership and guidance of the Imam-of-the-Time that the Jamat has been able to respond effectively to various challenges, and emerge as a resilient community. Today, our Jamat and its institutions, under Mawlana Hazar Imam’s visionary leadership, are making significant contributions to the societies where we live.
Imamat Day is an occasion to reaffirm our allegiance and gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam for his benevolence and guidance, and to renew our commitment to the ethics of the faith. On the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of Mawlana Hazar Imam's accession to the Ismaili Imamat, The Ismaili extends warmest Imamat Day wishes to all Ismaili Muslims around the world.
Photo at:
https://the.ismaili/global/our-communit ... imamat-day
Foremost among the principles of the Shia Ismaili Tariqah of Islam is the recognition of the Imam of the Time. Imamat Day is an occasion to reaffirm this principle, express gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam, and to reaffirm our spiritual allegiance to the Imam and our commitment to the ethics of the faith.
Sixty-three years ago, on 11 July 1957, Mawlana Hazar Imam succeeded his grandfather, Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, as the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims.
In keeping with the 1,400-year old tradition of Muslim leadership, covering all interpretations of Islam, Mawlana Hazar Imam has guided his murids in matters of faith and worked tirelessly to improve the quality and security of their lives. This latter concern extends not only to the Ismailis but all those who share their lives – locally, nationally and internationally.
Mawlana Hazar Imam's vision, as well as the Imamat's institutional capacity to catalyse human development, have been widely recognised by governments, international organisations and civil society institutions. Today, the Ismaili Imamat's privileged relationships with many of these, enhance its capacity to contribute to human development on a global scale.
It is through the leadership and guidance of the Imam-of-the-Time that the Jamat has been able to respond effectively to various challenges, and emerge as a resilient community. Today, our Jamat and its institutions, under Mawlana Hazar Imam’s visionary leadership, are making significant contributions to the societies where we live.
Imamat Day is an occasion to reaffirm our allegiance and gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam for his benevolence and guidance, and to renew our commitment to the ethics of the faith. On the occasion of the 63rd anniversary of Mawlana Hazar Imam's accession to the Ismaili Imamat, The Ismaili extends warmest Imamat Day wishes to all Ismaili Muslims around the world.
Photo at:
https://the.ismaili/global/our-communit ... imamat-day
Statement by the Prime Minister on Imamat Day
July 11, 2020
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Imamat Day:
“Today, Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world will celebrate Imamat Day. This day marks the 63rd anniversary of the accession in 1957 of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan as the 49th hereditary Imam – spiritual leader – of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims.
“The Aga Khan has devoted himself to improving the lives of all people, regardless of their origin, background, or faith. His tireless work, through the Aga Khan Development Network, has advanced humanitarian causes, promoted health and education, especially for women and girls, in some of the poorest regions of the world, and encouraged us all to be more active and engaged in our communities.
“The values that His Highness promotes – pluralism, compassion, and respect for diversity and human rights – are those that we Canadians hold dear. We are proud to have bestowed honorary Canadian citizenship on the Aga Khan, and are honoured to be the home of both the Aga Khan Museum and the Global Centre for Pluralism. The Centre’s work continues during COVID-19, as it plays a leadership role to advance diversity and pluralism at a time when the health, social, and economic impacts of the pandemic are compounding existing inequalities in our society.
“Ismaili communities in Canada are working to support our response to COVID-19, with volunteers providing thousands of cloth masks to essential workers, over 10 tonnes of non-perishable food items for food banks, and vital blood donations in support of National Blood Donor Week. These are perfect examples of Ismaili Canadians’ long-standing commitment to volunteerism, and the core values of peace, compassion, and care for the vulnerable. And today, even as the celebrations will look different due to COVID-19, we still take the time to acknowledge this work and the other important contributions that the Aga Khan and Ismaili Canadians have made to the richness and diversity of our country.
“On behalf of our family, Sophie and I extend our best wishes to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan and thank him for his important work in Canada and around the world.
“Khushiali Mubarak!”
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/202 ... imamat-day
July 11, 2020
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Imamat Day:
“Today, Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world will celebrate Imamat Day. This day marks the 63rd anniversary of the accession in 1957 of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan as the 49th hereditary Imam – spiritual leader – of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims.
“The Aga Khan has devoted himself to improving the lives of all people, regardless of their origin, background, or faith. His tireless work, through the Aga Khan Development Network, has advanced humanitarian causes, promoted health and education, especially for women and girls, in some of the poorest regions of the world, and encouraged us all to be more active and engaged in our communities.
“The values that His Highness promotes – pluralism, compassion, and respect for diversity and human rights – are those that we Canadians hold dear. We are proud to have bestowed honorary Canadian citizenship on the Aga Khan, and are honoured to be the home of both the Aga Khan Museum and the Global Centre for Pluralism. The Centre’s work continues during COVID-19, as it plays a leadership role to advance diversity and pluralism at a time when the health, social, and economic impacts of the pandemic are compounding existing inequalities in our society.
“Ismaili communities in Canada are working to support our response to COVID-19, with volunteers providing thousands of cloth masks to essential workers, over 10 tonnes of non-perishable food items for food banks, and vital blood donations in support of National Blood Donor Week. These are perfect examples of Ismaili Canadians’ long-standing commitment to volunteerism, and the core values of peace, compassion, and care for the vulnerable. And today, even as the celebrations will look different due to COVID-19, we still take the time to acknowledge this work and the other important contributions that the Aga Khan and Ismaili Canadians have made to the richness and diversity of our country.
“On behalf of our family, Sophie and I extend our best wishes to His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan and thank him for his important work in Canada and around the world.
“Khushiali Mubarak!”
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/202 ... imamat-day
Video: Imamat Day Address by President Muzaffar Jorubov
Video address to the Jamat by Ismaili Council for Tajikistan President Muzaffar Jorubov on the occasion of Imamat Day, 11 July 2020.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxrpj01AIvE
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Message President NC - Imamat Day 2020
Message from the President of the National Council for Portugal on the occasion of the celebration of the 63rd anniversary of Imamat of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam.
[Português]
My dear sisters and brothers,
On my own behalf and on behalf of the Institutions in Portugal, Spain and Angola, I wish my warmest and most fraternal Mubarak on this auspicious occasion of the 63rd anniversary of the Imamat of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam.
Mubarak to everyone!
This year has been a year of great challenges for all of us. The current global situation has contributed to great changes in our lives. We had to adapt to a new context, we had to maintain the physical distance from our loved ones and we had to temporarily close the Jamatkhanas. But with the guidance of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam, who even today blessed us with the Talika Mubarak, all our difficulties and challenges become less difficult, for which we give our Shukarana.
Also, recently, we have been blessed with the reopening of most of the Jamatkhanas in our Jurisdiction. This event allows us to pray again in congregation, and to hope that this situation will be quickly overcome. But we must not forget that it is also up to each of us to do our part. Therefore, I take this opportunity to remind you that it is very important that we behave responsibly and continue to follow strictly the indications of the health authorities. Now, more than ever, we must look after not only our own health but also the health of all those close to us.
This year we can celebrate Imamat Day through The Ismaili TV, so I invite all Jamat to participate in the global Jamat celebrations which will take place on the.ismaili/tv throughout this weekend. This program prepared especially for all of us includes music, stories, reflections and memories of special moments that Jamat has already had the opportunity to experience. This is a way for us to stay together and celebrate this moment as One Jamat.
In this special occasion, we also share with the Jamat of the whole Portuguese Jurisdiction that, as we already have for the Jamats of Portugal and Angola, today we officially launch a Newsletter with contents specially prepared for the Jamat of Spain. We hope you enjoy it!
Finally, I would like to thank all the volunteers who directly or indirectly contribute to the well-being of the Jamat in various areas. Your service is fundamental and I pray that you will be rewarded multiple times for your exceptional work. I appeal again to Jamat to always follow the directions of our volunteers at Jamatkhanas.
On this Imamat Day, I pray that we will be blessed with the continued grace and love of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam and that he will help us to face this challenging moment in the best possible way. I also pray that all our brothers and sisters of the global Jamat are blessed with much peace and health.
Imamat Day Mubarak to all Jamat,
Rahim Firozali
President National Council for Portugal
https://the.ismaili/portugal/message-pr ... t-day-2020
Video address to the Jamat by Ismaili Council for Tajikistan President Muzaffar Jorubov on the occasion of Imamat Day, 11 July 2020.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nxrpj01AIvE
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Message President NC - Imamat Day 2020
Message from the President of the National Council for Portugal on the occasion of the celebration of the 63rd anniversary of Imamat of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam.
[Português]
My dear sisters and brothers,
On my own behalf and on behalf of the Institutions in Portugal, Spain and Angola, I wish my warmest and most fraternal Mubarak on this auspicious occasion of the 63rd anniversary of the Imamat of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam.
Mubarak to everyone!
This year has been a year of great challenges for all of us. The current global situation has contributed to great changes in our lives. We had to adapt to a new context, we had to maintain the physical distance from our loved ones and we had to temporarily close the Jamatkhanas. But with the guidance of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam, who even today blessed us with the Talika Mubarak, all our difficulties and challenges become less difficult, for which we give our Shukarana.
Also, recently, we have been blessed with the reopening of most of the Jamatkhanas in our Jurisdiction. This event allows us to pray again in congregation, and to hope that this situation will be quickly overcome. But we must not forget that it is also up to each of us to do our part. Therefore, I take this opportunity to remind you that it is very important that we behave responsibly and continue to follow strictly the indications of the health authorities. Now, more than ever, we must look after not only our own health but also the health of all those close to us.
This year we can celebrate Imamat Day through The Ismaili TV, so I invite all Jamat to participate in the global Jamat celebrations which will take place on the.ismaili/tv throughout this weekend. This program prepared especially for all of us includes music, stories, reflections and memories of special moments that Jamat has already had the opportunity to experience. This is a way for us to stay together and celebrate this moment as One Jamat.
In this special occasion, we also share with the Jamat of the whole Portuguese Jurisdiction that, as we already have for the Jamats of Portugal and Angola, today we officially launch a Newsletter with contents specially prepared for the Jamat of Spain. We hope you enjoy it!
Finally, I would like to thank all the volunteers who directly or indirectly contribute to the well-being of the Jamat in various areas. Your service is fundamental and I pray that you will be rewarded multiple times for your exceptional work. I appeal again to Jamat to always follow the directions of our volunteers at Jamatkhanas.
On this Imamat Day, I pray that we will be blessed with the continued grace and love of our beloved Mawlana Hazar Imam and that he will help us to face this challenging moment in the best possible way. I also pray that all our brothers and sisters of the global Jamat are blessed with much peace and health.
Imamat Day Mubarak to all Jamat,
Rahim Firozali
President National Council for Portugal
https://the.ismaili/portugal/message-pr ... t-day-2020
Understanding Our History through Ta'lim
Imamat Day Mubarak
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTMvG-ijySg
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Perspectives: Reflections on Imamat
Imamat Day Mubarak
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIbHkam8K6M
ITREB USA - Al-Waeza Sophia Assani shares a perspective on “Reflections on Imamat” for the on-demand series entitled Perspectives: Viewing the World through the Lens of the Ismaili Imamat.
Imamat Day Mubarak
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tTMvG-ijySg
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Perspectives: Reflections on Imamat
Imamat Day Mubarak
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIbHkam8K6M
ITREB USA - Al-Waeza Sophia Assani shares a perspective on “Reflections on Imamat” for the on-demand series entitled Perspectives: Viewing the World through the Lens of the Ismaili Imamat.
Khushiali-365
Imamat Day 2020 Edition
JollyGul.com has launched a new service "Khushiali-365" with the inaugural presentation of Imamat Day 2020 Edition.
What is Khushiali-365 service? On every Khushiali, there are a number of devotional song videos produced by our talented artists, hard-working institutions as well as enthusiastic Jamati members. The videos get published in different places and by the very nature of the Internet are scattered all over the place.
What Khushiali-365 service does is create an organized place where the videos can be easily located by different celebrations. The videos will play on the respective publishers' YouTube channels. Khushiali-365 will only make it easier for the viewers to locate the videos by celebration, for example "Imamat Day 2020".
The goal of the service is threefold. One, to make it easy for the Jamat to discover, enjoy and recollect past happy occassions any time of the year. Secondly, this would hopefully serve as a reference source for artists and producers to check and do some quick research to see what has been produced in the past when they embark on new Khushiali video projects. And third, we hope to motivate content producers who are just starting out and concerned that their work does not get the exposure it deserves - we are here to highlight your efforts. So for our next Khushiali, Salgirah 2020, let us all start getting into high gear!
The Khushiali-365 service relates mainly to video content published on YouTube where there is open access without any registration or membership. JollyGul.com will also pen an editorial on every Khushiali Celebration. The specific edition for every Khushiali will be published one month after the celebration has passed. And if we have missed any content, artists and publishers can contact us through our website to ensure its inclusion and help make our presentation as complete as possible.
JollyGul.com Khushiali-365 Service Inaugural Imamat Day 2020 Edition can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
https://www.jollygul.com/imamat-day-2020/
Imamat Day 2020 Edition
JollyGul.com has launched a new service "Khushiali-365" with the inaugural presentation of Imamat Day 2020 Edition.
What is Khushiali-365 service? On every Khushiali, there are a number of devotional song videos produced by our talented artists, hard-working institutions as well as enthusiastic Jamati members. The videos get published in different places and by the very nature of the Internet are scattered all over the place.
What Khushiali-365 service does is create an organized place where the videos can be easily located by different celebrations. The videos will play on the respective publishers' YouTube channels. Khushiali-365 will only make it easier for the viewers to locate the videos by celebration, for example "Imamat Day 2020".
The goal of the service is threefold. One, to make it easy for the Jamat to discover, enjoy and recollect past happy occassions any time of the year. Secondly, this would hopefully serve as a reference source for artists and producers to check and do some quick research to see what has been produced in the past when they embark on new Khushiali video projects. And third, we hope to motivate content producers who are just starting out and concerned that their work does not get the exposure it deserves - we are here to highlight your efforts. So for our next Khushiali, Salgirah 2020, let us all start getting into high gear!
The Khushiali-365 service relates mainly to video content published on YouTube where there is open access without any registration or membership. JollyGul.com will also pen an editorial on every Khushiali Celebration. The specific edition for every Khushiali will be published one month after the celebration has passed. And if we have missed any content, artists and publishers can contact us through our website to ensure its inclusion and help make our presentation as complete as possible.
JollyGul.com Khushiali-365 Service Inaugural Imamat Day 2020 Edition can be accessed by clicking on the link below.
https://www.jollygul.com/imamat-day-2020/
"I Can't Thank You Enough"
Gratitude To Mawlana Hazar Imam
JollyGul.com presents Shahnaz Sayani's heartfelt gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam in "I Can't Thank You Enough"
The song was first released during the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations as part of Shahnaz's "Radiant Diamonds" album.
Shahnaz recently made this video and JollyGul.com is presenting it to the Jamat with lyrics as part of Salgirah 2020 Celebrations on our platform
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tz6tjf ... e=youtu.be
Gratitude To Mawlana Hazar Imam
JollyGul.com presents Shahnaz Sayani's heartfelt gratitude to Mawlana Hazar Imam in "I Can't Thank You Enough"
The song was first released during the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations as part of Shahnaz's "Radiant Diamonds" album.
Shahnaz recently made this video and JollyGul.com is presenting it to the Jamat with lyrics as part of Salgirah 2020 Celebrations on our platform
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tz6tjf ... e=youtu.be
Mubarak Ho - Felicitations
JollyGul.com presents Urdu Salgirah song "Mubarak Ho" sung by Shahid Akhtar Qalandar. The song video with music has lyrics and English translations displayed.
Shahid also did the music composition and played the rabab. Poetry is by Irfan Ali Irfan Hunzai and Waqas Ali was in charge of the music and video production, in addition to playing the flute.
This is a joint production by Shahid Akhtar Qalandar and JollyGul.com. We are presenting this devotional song to the Jamat as part of Salgirah 2020 Celebrations on our platform.
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lYL7aW ... e=youtu.be
JollyGul.com presents Urdu Salgirah song "Mubarak Ho" sung by Shahid Akhtar Qalandar. The song video with music has lyrics and English translations displayed.
Shahid also did the music composition and played the rabab. Poetry is by Irfan Ali Irfan Hunzai and Waqas Ali was in charge of the music and video production, in addition to playing the flute.
This is a joint production by Shahid Akhtar Qalandar and JollyGul.com. We are presenting this devotional song to the Jamat as part of Salgirah 2020 Celebrations on our platform.
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lYL7aW ... e=youtu.be
Happy Hearts, Happy Soul - Episode 2
Birthday gift to the Imam.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UdvH5AQKtA
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Roz-e Jashn
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJc4oWU1f1Q
Birthday gift to the Imam.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UdvH5AQKtA
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Roz-e Jashn
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GJc4oWU1f1Q
Happy Birthday Shah Karim
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H42oLKPvMs
The Salgirah Song series continues with "Happy Birthday Shah Karim", a heartfelt ode to the Imam-of-the-Time performed in Urdu by Naila Karmali in Calgary, Canada.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2H42oLKPvMs
The Salgirah Song series continues with "Happy Birthday Shah Karim", a heartfelt ode to the Imam-of-the-Time performed in Urdu by Naila Karmali in Calgary, Canada.
"Shukriya" - Thank You
JollyGul.com presents "Shukriya" - Amin Mawani's second geet for the Salgirah 2020 Celebrations.
The song was produced in Toronto, Canada and in Mumbai, India. Amin also wrote the lyrics and did the music composition. Music production and arrangement was done a while back by the late Y.S. Moolky who had arranged many Bollywood film songs in his illustrious music career. Amin's vocal recording was very recently done in Toronto.
"Shukriya" expresses profound gratitude to our Mawla for all his blessings, love and for protection of the Murids, reaffirms our faith as well as conveys our best wishes to our Imam-e-Zaman for good health and happiness.
JollyGul.com presents this song to the Jamat with running lyrics and English translations.
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATL1nI- ... e=youtu.be
JollyGul.com presents "Shukriya" - Amin Mawani's second geet for the Salgirah 2020 Celebrations.
The song was produced in Toronto, Canada and in Mumbai, India. Amin also wrote the lyrics and did the music composition. Music production and arrangement was done a while back by the late Y.S. Moolky who had arranged many Bollywood film songs in his illustrious music career. Amin's vocal recording was very recently done in Toronto.
"Shukriya" expresses profound gratitude to our Mawla for all his blessings, love and for protection of the Murids, reaffirms our faith as well as conveys our best wishes to our Imam-e-Zaman for good health and happiness.
JollyGul.com presents this song to the Jamat with running lyrics and English translations.
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATL1nI- ... e=youtu.be
Music video: Mubarak Ho Salgirah
Video:
https://the.ismaili/global/news/communi ... o-salgirah
The Ismaili is pleased to present Mubarak Ho Salgirah, featuring young Ismaili artists and performers from around the world, coming together to wish felicitations to Mawlana Hazar Imam and the global Jamat on the occasion of Salgirah.
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Music video: Mawla Teraa Shukr
Video:
https://the.ismaili/global/news/communi ... eraa-shukr
On day four of our Salgirah Song series, The Ismaili is pleased to present Mawla Teraa Shukr, performed by Taufiq Karmali and Farhana Kassamali. The song’s lyrics express gratitude for the grace and mercy of the Imam who is always by our side.
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Zodruz Muborak
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnJy5UXq2yI
The Ismaili is pleased to present "Zodruz Muborak," the final track in the Salgirah Songs series. The song, which honours the birthday of the Imam, is written in the Pamiri language of Wakhi and is performed by Ismaili music artists in Kazakhstan.
Video:
https://the.ismaili/global/news/communi ... o-salgirah
The Ismaili is pleased to present Mubarak Ho Salgirah, featuring young Ismaili artists and performers from around the world, coming together to wish felicitations to Mawlana Hazar Imam and the global Jamat on the occasion of Salgirah.
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Music video: Mawla Teraa Shukr
Video:
https://the.ismaili/global/news/communi ... eraa-shukr
On day four of our Salgirah Song series, The Ismaili is pleased to present Mawla Teraa Shukr, performed by Taufiq Karmali and Farhana Kassamali. The song’s lyrics express gratitude for the grace and mercy of the Imam who is always by our side.
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Zodruz Muborak
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnJy5UXq2yI
The Ismaili is pleased to present "Zodruz Muborak," the final track in the Salgirah Songs series. The song, which honours the birthday of the Imam, is written in the Pamiri language of Wakhi and is performed by Ismaili music artists in Kazakhstan.
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Ethics in Daily Life - Episode 6
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdEwgrFaKIE
Mawlana Hazar Imam encourages us to embrace a common origin of humanity while acknowledging and respecting its diversity. The gift of ethical literacy and decision making in all aspects of our daily lives is a true reflection of our faith.
Salgirah
On 13 December 2020, Ismailis around the world will celebrate Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 84th birthday — an occasion to reflect on the unique spiritual bond that links each murid to the Imam-of-the-Time.
Throughout history, Ismaili Muslims have been led by a living, hereditary Imam-of-the-Time descended from the progeny of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) through his cousin and son-in-law, Hazrat Ali, and his daughter, Hazrat Bibi Fatima.
On 13 December 2020, the global Jamat will celebrate the 84th birthday of our present living Imam, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan. Born in Geneva, Switzerland in 1936, he succeeded his grandfather to become the 49th Imam at the age of 20.
During over six decades of his Imamat, Mawlana Hazar Imam has devoted himself to the spiritual and worldly progress of Ismailis everywhere. Throughout this time, he has also been recognised as an influential and respected leader on the world stage, by virtue of his commitment to peace, hope, and upholding the dignity of humankind.
The celebration of 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 community together as one.
Salgirah Khushiali Mubarak!
Photo at:
https://the.ismaili/salgirah
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Music video: Day of Happiness (Khushi Ka Yeh Din)
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTA0a5AJtgg
The Ismaili is pleased to present "Day of Happiness (Khushi Ka Yeh Din),” the official global song to commemorate Salgirah. This well-recognised composition is performed in five languages, and features voices and musical talent of the Jamat from around the world.
On 13 December 2020, Ismailis around the world will celebrate Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 84th birthday — an occasion to reflect on the unique spiritual bond that links each murid to the Imam-of-the-Time.
Throughout history, Ismaili Muslims have been led by a living, hereditary Imam-of-the-Time descended from the progeny of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) through his cousin and son-in-law, Hazrat Ali, and his daughter, Hazrat Bibi Fatima.
On 13 December 2020, the global Jamat will celebrate the 84th birthday of our present living Imam, His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan. Born in Geneva, Switzerland in 1936, he succeeded his grandfather to become the 49th Imam at the age of 20.
During over six decades of his Imamat, Mawlana Hazar Imam has devoted himself to the spiritual and worldly progress of Ismailis everywhere. Throughout this time, he has also been recognised as an influential and respected leader on the world stage, by virtue of his commitment to peace, hope, and upholding the dignity of humankind.
The celebration of 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 community together as one.
Salgirah Khushiali Mubarak!
Photo at:
https://the.ismaili/salgirah
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Music video: Day of Happiness (Khushi Ka Yeh Din)
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTA0a5AJtgg
The Ismaili is pleased to present "Day of Happiness (Khushi Ka Yeh Din),” the official global song to commemorate Salgirah. This well-recognised composition is performed in five languages, and features voices and musical talent of the Jamat from around the world.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british- ... -1.5836305
British Columbia
Ismaili community adapts birthday celebrations for spiritual leader, the Aga Khan
The spiritual leader of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims turns 84 on Sunday
CBC News ·
Posted: Dec 10, 2020 9:38 PM PT | Last Updated: December 11
Shirin and Shiraz Chatur will be joining thousands of other Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims on Dec. 13 for virtual celebrations to mark the 84th birthday of their spiritual leader. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
Burnaby, B.C., couple Shiran and Shiraz Chatur look forward every year to Dec. 13, when they celebrate the birthday of their spiritual leader with prayer, feasts and festivities. This Sunday is no exception.
The birthday of the Aga Khan — who turns 84 this year — is one of the most important dates in the calendar for approximately 100,000 Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims across the country. It is an occasion to celebrate and reflect on the benevolence of their leader and how they, too, can give back.
While those celebrations usually bring community members together in person, COVID-19 public health restrictions have rendered it impossible for 2020. However, despite the physical distancing requirements, hundreds of community volunteers have worked to make sure people are still connected virtually.
Shelina Dilgir, spokesperson for the Ismaili Council for B.C., is one of those many volunteers.
Shelina Dilgir, spokesperson for Ismaili Council for B.C., says connecting with people virtually has been, in some ways, a way to get to know community members better as conversations can be deeper than small talk during in-person events. (CBC)
When the pandemic first began, the global Ismaili community launched its own television streaming program, which has beamed content into homes since March. Dilgir said over 300 virtual programs have already taken place and have included seniors' aerobics classes and health and financial informational programs.
"It's amazing that after all these months, the drive and the momentum and the passion continues to be there," said Dilgir.
To mark their spiritual leader's birthday, Dilgir said festive programming will begin Friday, leading up to the Sunday occasion and will include cooking shows, musical performances and arts and crafts segments to engage families with children.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau sit for a photo with the Aga Khan before a reception to mark his Diamond Jubilee as 49th Hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims at Rideau Hall in Ottawa in May 2018. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang)
The Chaturs say the virtual celebration is giving them hope in an otherwise bleak time.
"It makes up for what we're missing," said Shiraz Chatur.
While they will not be able to gather this year for morning prayers at their local Jamatkhana — Ismaili Muslim places of worship — connecting with people virtually is offering some solace.
The pair plan on having a family Zoom celebration where, according to Shirin Chatur, they will make rounds of phone calls to friends and family instead of dropping by dressed in their finest, as is usually the custom.
"I'm a bit sad that we can't meet with our friends, that we can't hug and kiss them," said Shirin Chatur, who will nonetheless be cooking a celebratory meal at home.
When the pandemic began, The Ismaili TV, a television streaming service, was set up by the global Ismaili community and, according to spokesperson for the Ismaili Council for B.C., over 300 programs have already been produced ranging from religious to arts and crafts content. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
And Dilgir says those living alone have not been forgotten.
She and many other volunteers have been reaching out to those among the 15,000 members of the community in B.C. who may need help with supplies or just need someone to talk to.
In the spirit of the day, she said volunteers will also be dropping off donations to women's shelters in the province.
"His Highness, the Aga Khan, has spent his entirety of his life giving back [to] those who are less fortunate, those who are marginalized — really promoting global peace and pluralism," said Dilgir. "It's our opportunity to pause and reflect on all that he has done and to renew our faith and commitment.
B.C. faith leaders prepare for winter and Christmas with COVID-19
Muslim families open their homes and dinner tables to share Eid al-Adha celebrations with non-Muslims
With files from Zahra Premji
CBC's Journalistic Standards an
British Columbia
Ismaili community adapts birthday celebrations for spiritual leader, the Aga Khan
The spiritual leader of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims turns 84 on Sunday
CBC News ·
Posted: Dec 10, 2020 9:38 PM PT | Last Updated: December 11
Shirin and Shiraz Chatur will be joining thousands of other Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims on Dec. 13 for virtual celebrations to mark the 84th birthday of their spiritual leader. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
Burnaby, B.C., couple Shiran and Shiraz Chatur look forward every year to Dec. 13, when they celebrate the birthday of their spiritual leader with prayer, feasts and festivities. This Sunday is no exception.
The birthday of the Aga Khan — who turns 84 this year — is one of the most important dates in the calendar for approximately 100,000 Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims across the country. It is an occasion to celebrate and reflect on the benevolence of their leader and how they, too, can give back.
While those celebrations usually bring community members together in person, COVID-19 public health restrictions have rendered it impossible for 2020. However, despite the physical distancing requirements, hundreds of community volunteers have worked to make sure people are still connected virtually.
Shelina Dilgir, spokesperson for the Ismaili Council for B.C., is one of those many volunteers.
Shelina Dilgir, spokesperson for Ismaili Council for B.C., says connecting with people virtually has been, in some ways, a way to get to know community members better as conversations can be deeper than small talk during in-person events. (CBC)
When the pandemic first began, the global Ismaili community launched its own television streaming program, which has beamed content into homes since March. Dilgir said over 300 virtual programs have already taken place and have included seniors' aerobics classes and health and financial informational programs.
"It's amazing that after all these months, the drive and the momentum and the passion continues to be there," said Dilgir.
To mark their spiritual leader's birthday, Dilgir said festive programming will begin Friday, leading up to the Sunday occasion and will include cooking shows, musical performances and arts and crafts segments to engage families with children.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Gregoire Trudeau sit for a photo with the Aga Khan before a reception to mark his Diamond Jubilee as 49th Hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims at Rideau Hall in Ottawa in May 2018. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang)
The Chaturs say the virtual celebration is giving them hope in an otherwise bleak time.
"It makes up for what we're missing," said Shiraz Chatur.
While they will not be able to gather this year for morning prayers at their local Jamatkhana — Ismaili Muslim places of worship — connecting with people virtually is offering some solace.
The pair plan on having a family Zoom celebration where, according to Shirin Chatur, they will make rounds of phone calls to friends and family instead of dropping by dressed in their finest, as is usually the custom.
"I'm a bit sad that we can't meet with our friends, that we can't hug and kiss them," said Shirin Chatur, who will nonetheless be cooking a celebratory meal at home.
When the pandemic began, The Ismaili TV, a television streaming service, was set up by the global Ismaili community and, according to spokesperson for the Ismaili Council for B.C., over 300 programs have already been produced ranging from religious to arts and crafts content. (Ben Nelms/CBC)
And Dilgir says those living alone have not been forgotten.
She and many other volunteers have been reaching out to those among the 15,000 members of the community in B.C. who may need help with supplies or just need someone to talk to.
In the spirit of the day, she said volunteers will also be dropping off donations to women's shelters in the province.
"His Highness, the Aga Khan, has spent his entirety of his life giving back [to] those who are less fortunate, those who are marginalized — really promoting global peace and pluralism," said Dilgir. "It's our opportunity to pause and reflect on all that he has done and to renew our faith and commitment.
B.C. faith leaders prepare for winter and Christmas with COVID-19
Muslim families open their homes and dinner tables to share Eid al-Adha celebrations with non-Muslims
With files from Zahra Premji
CBC's Journalistic Standards an
"Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa" - Taj Esmail (With Digital Drone Show, Fireworks and 2-D Animation)
JollyGul.com presents devotional song "Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa" written by Taj Esmail and sung by Fatima Esmail, Hafsa Esmail, Aliya Esmail and Taslim Abdulla. Music is by Taj as well.
JollyGul.com is presenting this video to the Jamat with a digital drone show, fireworks display as well as 2-D animation for enjoyment of the younger members of our Jamat as part of Salgirah 2020 Celebrations on our platform.
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eRtfH0 ... e=youtu.be
JollyGul.com presents devotional song "Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa" written by Taj Esmail and sung by Fatima Esmail, Hafsa Esmail, Aliya Esmail and Taslim Abdulla. Music is by Taj as well.
JollyGul.com is presenting this video to the Jamat with a digital drone show, fireworks display as well as 2-D animation for enjoyment of the younger members of our Jamat as part of Salgirah 2020 Celebrations on our platform.
Enjoy!
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eRtfH0 ... e=youtu.be
Statement by the Prime Minister on the birthday of His Highness the Aga Khan
December 13, 2020
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, issued the following statement marking the birthday of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan:
“Today, we join Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 84th birthday of their spiritual leader, His Highness the Aga Khan.
“A global humanitarian, the Aga Khan has made it his mission to build a better, more peaceful world. In a year where we have seen inequalities compounded by the effects of a global pandemic, His Highness has continued to work to help reduce poverty, advance gender equality, and improve health care and education. Whether through his Global Centre for Pluralism in Canada or the Aga Khan Development Network, his tireless efforts have helped make Canada, and the world, more inclusive.
“The Aga Khan shares many of the values Canadians hold dear, including kindness, compassion, and respect for diversity. In a world often fraught with division, His Highness has continually worked to bring people together. His unwavering dedication to helping others is an inspiration to us all. For these reasons, he was named an honorary Canadian citizen and invested as an honorary Companion of the Order of Canada.
“Today, Sophie and I thank the Aga Khan for his outstanding leadership. We wish him continued health and happiness on this special day and for years to come.
“Salgirah Khushiali Mubarak!”
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/202 ... s-aga-khan
December 13, 2020
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, issued the following statement marking the birthday of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan:
“Today, we join Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world to celebrate the 84th birthday of their spiritual leader, His Highness the Aga Khan.
“A global humanitarian, the Aga Khan has made it his mission to build a better, more peaceful world. In a year where we have seen inequalities compounded by the effects of a global pandemic, His Highness has continued to work to help reduce poverty, advance gender equality, and improve health care and education. Whether through his Global Centre for Pluralism in Canada or the Aga Khan Development Network, his tireless efforts have helped make Canada, and the world, more inclusive.
“The Aga Khan shares many of the values Canadians hold dear, including kindness, compassion, and respect for diversity. In a world often fraught with division, His Highness has continually worked to bring people together. His unwavering dedication to helping others is an inspiration to us all. For these reasons, he was named an honorary Canadian citizen and invested as an honorary Companion of the Order of Canada.
“Today, Sophie and I thank the Aga Khan for his outstanding leadership. We wish him continued health and happiness on this special day and for years to come.
“Salgirah Khushiali Mubarak!”
https://pm.gc.ca/en/news/statements/202 ... s-aga-khan
Pamoja Tutafika Kilele - A Special Swahili Tribute Song For The Aga Khan - Imamat Day 2021 By J NANA
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHrkDKuGqIU
Pamoja Tutafika Kilele
Together we'll get to the top
“Pamoja Tutafika Kilele” (Together we'll get to the top) - a Swahili song by J NANA from Kenya launches Imamat Day 2021 Celebrations on JollyGul.com platform this year! Swahili is a widely used language of the African Great Lakes region and other parts of East and Southern Africa.
The song strikes an optimistic tone for the future and pays special tribute to His Highness’ long term vision and persistent efforts over the last 6 decades towards improving the quality of life for people everywhere. It notes that progress is sometimes frustratingly hard to get and can be two steps forward, one step back - all the more reason why firm, selfless and visionary leadership is so important. With unity and perseverance, together we will overcome our challenges and get to the "top".
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHrkDKuGqIU
Pamoja Tutafika Kilele
Together we'll get to the top
“Pamoja Tutafika Kilele” (Together we'll get to the top) - a Swahili song by J NANA from Kenya launches Imamat Day 2021 Celebrations on JollyGul.com platform this year! Swahili is a widely used language of the African Great Lakes region and other parts of East and Southern Africa.
The song strikes an optimistic tone for the future and pays special tribute to His Highness’ long term vision and persistent efforts over the last 6 decades towards improving the quality of life for people everywhere. It notes that progress is sometimes frustratingly hard to get and can be two steps forward, one step back - all the more reason why firm, selfless and visionary leadership is so important. With unity and perseverance, together we will overcome our challenges and get to the "top".
"Anand No Avsar" - Amin Mawani (With Dance By Rubina Rattansi and Hamida Mawani) - Imamat Day 2021
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wBK3E6b200
"Anand No Avsar"
Occasion Filled With Happiness
"Anand No Avsar" is a wonderful new song by Amin Mawani for Imamat Day 2021. Rubina Rattansi and Hamida Mawani make it even more enjoyable by giving an amazing dance performance for this special video presentation.
The song was produced in Aurora in Ontario, Canada and in Ahmedabad, India. Amin wrote the lyrics and did the music composition. Samir Raval and Mana Raval (Samir-Mana), India's first husband-wife music director duo were in charge of music production. They are a very well-known name in the Gujarati film and TV industry.
"Anand No Avsar" song is composed in Raag Bhimpalasi. This popular late afternoon melody expresses yearning and passion for the beloved in a joyful happy mood.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wBK3E6b200
"Anand No Avsar"
Occasion Filled With Happiness
"Anand No Avsar" is a wonderful new song by Amin Mawani for Imamat Day 2021. Rubina Rattansi and Hamida Mawani make it even more enjoyable by giving an amazing dance performance for this special video presentation.
The song was produced in Aurora in Ontario, Canada and in Ahmedabad, India. Amin wrote the lyrics and did the music composition. Samir Raval and Mana Raval (Samir-Mana), India's first husband-wife music director duo were in charge of music production. They are a very well-known name in the Gujarati film and TV industry.
"Anand No Avsar" song is composed in Raag Bhimpalasi. This popular late afternoon melody expresses yearning and passion for the beloved in a joyful happy mood.
"Mowla Ni Khushiali Ujway" - Geet By Alnoor Haji (Imamat Day 2021 Special)
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9AEqKdKjL4
Alnoor Haji presents "Mowla Ni Khushiali Ujway" - a beautiful geet for Mawlana Hazar Imam's 64th Imamat Day Celebrations.
Alnoor was born in Tanzania and is a seasoned singer trained in classical vocals. Alnoor has been singing since the age of 5 and has undertaken vocal training early in his life from his Guru Babu Ali and later from Hamid Shaikh.
Alnoor has travelled extensively around the world to entertain the Jamat and his singing and music has been showcased on the keenly followed Suhana Safar Program.
JollyGul.com is honored to join "Diamond Jubilee and Memorable Ismaili Celebrations" and "Jalal Ladak - Koffee With Jalal" to give a fitting joint launch of this wonderful geet by a devoted and popular artist.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9AEqKdKjL4
Alnoor Haji presents "Mowla Ni Khushiali Ujway" - a beautiful geet for Mawlana Hazar Imam's 64th Imamat Day Celebrations.
Alnoor was born in Tanzania and is a seasoned singer trained in classical vocals. Alnoor has been singing since the age of 5 and has undertaken vocal training early in his life from his Guru Babu Ali and later from Hamid Shaikh.
Alnoor has travelled extensively around the world to entertain the Jamat and his singing and music has been showcased on the keenly followed Suhana Safar Program.
JollyGul.com is honored to join "Diamond Jubilee and Memorable Ismaili Celebrations" and "Jalal Ladak - Koffee With Jalal" to give a fitting joint launch of this wonderful geet by a devoted and popular artist.
"Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa" - Taj Esmail (Song, Digital Drone Show, Fireworks & Animation)
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skSKDChK-GA
"Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa"
Birthday Song With Digital Drone Show, Fireworks and Animation
Taj Esmail and JollyGul.com present devotional song "Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa”. The song is written by Taj Esmail and sung by Fatima Esmail, Hafsa Esmail, Aliya Esmail and Taslim Abdulla. Music is by Taj as well.
We are presenting this updated song video with a digital drone show, fireworks display as well as animation for enjoyment of the younger members of our Jamat as part of Salgirah 2021 Celebrations on our platform.
Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skSKDChK-GA
"Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa"
Birthday Song With Digital Drone Show, Fireworks and Animation
Taj Esmail and JollyGul.com present devotional song "Happy Birthday to Mawla Bapa”. The song is written by Taj Esmail and sung by Fatima Esmail, Hafsa Esmail, Aliya Esmail and Taslim Abdulla. Music is by Taj as well.
We are presenting this updated song video with a digital drone show, fireworks display as well as animation for enjoyment of the younger members of our Jamat as part of Salgirah 2021 Celebrations on our platform.