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Ismailis in Yamen By : Farshid Imam Radi Abdullah had dispatched his da'is in all directions, the most acclaimed among them was Ibn Hawshab. When the Imam found that Ibn Hawshab was groomed enough for the responsibility of its promulgation, he jointly entrusted him and his colleague, Ibn Fazal, with the task of Ismaili mission in Yamen. They conquered Sana'a, the capital of Yamen, and exiled the ruling tribe of Banu Laydir, and established Ismaili authority in Yamen. The Ismaili mission reached the apex of its influence in Yamen, from where Ibn Hawshab dispatched many da'is to the farthest corners. Thus, Yamen became a vital zone and an important hub of Ismaili dawa. Planning Your Baby's Christening By : Heather Carreiro A christening is an important event for both friends and family, so make sure you start your planning early to make this day special. Asking yourself these questions will you get started on the right foot. Planning Your Child's Baptism By : Heather Carreiro “I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” Although the same Bible verse from Matthew 28:19 may be used during both baptisms and christenings, the ceremonies do have different feels to them. Who Would You Vote for and Why? By : ann777 pray for those who are put in authority over you Ismailis in United States of America, and United Kingdom By : Farshid The Ismailis of Malaysia emigrated from India in 1920 under the guidance of Imam Sultan Muhammad Shah and were settled in Federation of Malaya and State of Singapore, the country now is known as Malaysia. The Ismailis in Malaysia have good and cordial relations with other communities like the Malays, the Chinese, the Indians and the Europeans. There are about 500 Ismailis spread over in cities and towns like Singapore, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Seramban, Kotra Bahru and Kuala Trenganu. The Ismailis are in business doing cutlery, hosiery, toys, stationary, ready-made garments, importers and exporters, etc. In sum, 90% of Ismailis are businessmen and 10% are employed. Nearly half of them have their own houses and buildings. How to Host a Perfect Christmas Party By : joalesto Christmas is just around the corner. Every year we attend countless Christmas parties everywhere and there will come a time that you will be asked to host this event. If you wish to have a perfect Christmas party then here are a few helpful tips that you can use. Ismailis in Iran By : Farshid "Tradition has it that Imam Muhammad bin Ismail left Medina and went to southern Iraq, where he acquired the epithet of al-maktum (veiled one), and then at Nishapur in disguise, where he lodged for some times. Afterwards, the Imam proceeded towards Ray, about 15 miles from Tehran. Ishaq bin al-Abbas al-Farsi, the Abbasid governor of Ray professed Ismailism. Imam betrothed to Fatima, the daughter of Sarah, sister of Ishaq bin al-Abbas. When the news of Imam Muhammad bin Ismail's stay at Ray reach Communicating with God: The Great Feeling of Communicating with God By : Michael Lee Communicating with God is different for everybody. My experience will probably be not the same as yours. However, one thing is for certain. As long as you open your heart and reach out to Him, you will find life to be a fulfilling and exciting journey. Finding the Right Bar / Bat Mitzvah Invitation By : Brandon Morgan The coming of age of a Jewish boy or girl is made memorable by a special Bar and Bat Mitzvah invitation card. They are specially designed for an auspicious date on which children are privileged to participate in all areas of Jewish community life. To make that day a memorable one, make sure to get the best card. Pope shouldn't interfere in France Politics By : V. Gerard Majilla Pope’s recent trip to France created a conflict in the Country’s politics instead of enlightening the belief of the people of France. Bar Mitzvah Invitations. Mazel Tov! By : Jeff Fain Bar Mitzvahs and Bat Mitzvahs are a very important time in a teenager’s life. It is a time when Jewish teenagers transition from childhood innocence to adult responsibility. God Has Nothing To Do With Our Poverty! By : Bo Sanchez “Bo, you’re wrong. Poverty is a matter of fate…”He came up to me right after I gave a talk on financial literacy. The man spoke to me with the gravity of a Supreme Court Justice, it scared me. Ismailis in Afghanistan By : Farshid The word Afghanistan means the land of the Afghans and the word afghan (awghan or aoghan) means the mountaineers. The oldest Indian literature refers it as Balhekdes. The Persians called it as Zablistan and Kabalistan. To the Greeks, it was Bakhtar or Bactria. The Afghan territories also is included in the Central Asia. How and when the Ismaili mission penetrated Afghanistan is under the shadow of much ambiguity. There were immense difficulties on the field of communication with the Imams, also the scattered dispersion and above all their absolute minority in the territory. Most of them had to settle in the mountainous villages of central parts and remote places of northern areas. The hovering fear of persecution forced them to maintain complete secrecy of their faith and assumed taqiya during last five centuries. Ismaili Tariqah By : Farshid The Shi'a Ismaili Muslims are now a global jamat and spread all over the world, ranging from Australia down south to the Arctic zone in Canada, up north. In all countries of their settlement, including the very new ones, Ismailis are seen to exist harmoniously within the broader framework of the country concerned, on the one hand progressing steadily under Present Imam's guidance on the other, contributing to the progress and well-being of that particular country. The Ismailis emerged originally Ismailis By : Farshid The Shi'a Ismaili Muslims are now a global jamat and spread all over the world, ranging from Australia down south to the Arctic zone in Canada, up north. In all countries of their settlement, including the very new ones, Ismailis are seen to exist harmoniously within the broader framework of the country concerned, on the one hand progressing steadily under Present Imam's guidance on the other, contributing to the progress and well-being of that particular country. The Ismailis emerged originally from Syria, then spread in Yamen, Iran, Central Asia, Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, East Africa, etc. Ismailia Socio-Economic Conference By : Farshid "The First World Ismailia Socio-Economic Conference was held on Tuesday, December 15, 1964 on the ground of the Aga Khan Gymkhana, Karachi. Pakistan was fortunate to be the venue of this most important Conference. It was a sunny, bright and pleasant morning, when the Present Imam arrived at 10.30 a.m. and walked through the red carpet leading to the well decorated stage amidst the thundering applause of almost 6000 Ismailis, both delegates and observers from 13 countries. The inaugural session Ismailia Associations By : Farshid "In 1944, Imam Sultan Muhammad changed the name of Recreation Club Institute into the Ismailia Association for India. Ali Muhammad Macklai was appointed its President with Alijah Rajab Ali Muhammad Dandawala as Vice-President and Itmadi Rehmatuallah Virjee as Hon. Secretary. Thus, the Ismailia Recreation Club was the progenitor of the Ismailia Association. In view of his long selfless services, the Imam granted the titles of Huzur Wazir (minister in attendance) and Commander in Chief to Ali Muhammad Macklai. Kabbalah's Resources: External Challenges; Internal Change By : Bnei Baruch Nature's destructive forces also provide an opportunity for new growth and life. Man continually struggles to change and control these forces, but Kabbalah tells us that man is the one that must change. Free Hugs Around the World By : Bnei Baruch Because of the Internet, people around the world have joined together to dispense free hugs. Are there other ways that high tech tools can help humanity reconnect with each other? Kabbalah Shows Us How to Bring Balance to Our Lives By : Bnei Baruch Life today seems like a never ending series of natural and manmade disasters. Kabbalah helps us understand the source of this misery as well as the potential solution. Kabbalah on Life's Secret Ingredient By : Bnei Baruch The magic ingredient in life is desire and it determines everything that we do. Kabbalah shows us the way to satisfy the new desire that is awakening in mankind. Kabbalah on the Dichotomy between Good and Evil By : Bnei Baruch People often ask about the dichotomy between good and evil that exists in this world. Kabbalists explain that once we begin feeling the spiritual realm of reality, this dichotomy will cease to exist. Star of David pendant – inspiration from the past that protects us today By : Clint Jhonson Historical figures always serve as inspiration to others that follow them. No matter if their legacy and inspiration is passed down to the generation to come in form of written or told stories, engravings on walls, monuments risen in their memory or small items that relate to them, they always have the greatest effect. Ismaili Volunteers Corps By : Farshid The English word volunteer means one who voluntarily offers or enrolls himself for military service, in contrast to those who are under obligation to do so, or who form part of a regular army. The original French word corps d'armee became short during 17th century, which was borrowed in English language in the form of corps means a unit, body, or group of army. The volunteer is a member of an organized military force, formed by voluntary enrolment and distinct from the regular army. In later use, the civilians forming a corps or body also called the volunteers to assist the regulation or law and order. Ismaili Scouts By : Farshid The modern scouting movement was started in the world for the purpose of training the youths in the essentials of good citizenship and it arose in 1908 after the appearance of the book, Scouting for Boys written by the then inspector general of cavatry in the British army, Lieut. General R.S.S. Baden-Powell (1857-1941). Thus, the scouting movements spread in Britain and very quickly to other countries. Chile was the first to take up scouting after Britain, and Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Ismaili Rule In Sind And Hind By : Farshid "The Abbasid caliph al-Mutamid (d. 279/892) had handed over the charge of Sind to the Saffarid chief, Yaqub bin Layth, in order to divert his intentions from attacking Iraq. As a result, Yaqub bin Layth acquired the power of Sind, Balkh and Tabaristan. He however recited the Abbasid khutba, and was simultaneously responsible to spread Shi'ism in the territories he governed. He died in 265/892, and with his departure, the Muslim territories in Sind had been divided into two main states, i.e., the State of Multan and Mansurah. In 279/892, the State of Multan passed into the hands of an Arab dynasty, called Banu Samah, founded by the clan of Asad. The Source of Kingdom Economics By : ann777 The kingdom of God is His way of doing things. Ismaili Journalism By : Farshid "Journalism in the modern usage is one of the younger professions. The first prototype of the modern newspaper was the series of public announcements, known during the Roman empire as Acta Diurna published daily from 59 B.C., and later in Venice as the Gazette. Similar official reports were made in China, where the earliest newspaper, the Tehing-Pao appeared in Peking in the middle of 8th century. The invention of printing from movable type by Johann Gutenberg in Minz about 1450 revolutionized the spreading of news. Mercurius gallobelgicus (1594) was perhaps the earliest magazine issued from Cologne. Biblical Psychics By : Fred Gimino Are biblical prophets relegated to the annals of history? Some would say absolutely. However, modern psychics have much in common with the prophets of the bible. Christmas: The Past and the Present By : Fred Jones Christmas in today’s society is a vastly different holiday than when it was first conceived. Today it is celebrated as much as a cultural holiday as it is a religious holiday. But what are the origins of Christmas?
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