Showing how the Shi鈥沘 Ismaili Muslims unite their spiritual traditions with the demands of living in the modern world according to the ethics of Islam, this collection of essays imparts good sense on topics including an overview of Shi鈥沬 Islam, a profile of the Ismaili JamatAssembly or religious congregation; also a term used by the Nizari Ismailis for their individual communities. and models for contemporary living. Under the guidance of the hereditary Imam of the Time, Aga KhanA title granted by the Shah of Persia to the then Ismaili Imam in 1818 and inherited by each of his successors to the Imamate. IV, the Jamat embraces a rich diversity of traditions which collectively strive towards the betterment of self and society. These clearly written essays highlight the crucial Ismaili traditions of philanthropy, voluntary service and self-reliance, while touching on the activities and achievements of the institutions of the Ismaili Imamat.
As a highly respected and veteran Jamati leader, who has also worked at the Institute of Ismaili Studies for over 40 years, Shams Vellani offers a unique perspective on the faith. Readers will benefit from the careful observations and keen insights shared by the author from a lifetime of service in the Ismaili community.
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Preface
Shams Vellani: A Short Biography
1. The IsmailisAdherents of a branch of Shi’i Islam that considers Ismail, the eldest son of the Shi’i Imam Ja士far al-峁⒛乨iq (d. 765), as his successor.: A Historical and Contemporary Profile
2. Shi士i Ismaili Islam: A Brief Overview
3. Islam: 顿墨苍 and 顿耻苍测腻
4. Diverse Expressions of Islamic Piety
5. Men and Women of Faith
6. Wealth and Prosperity
7. Generosity in the Service of 顿墨苍: A Historical Overview
8. Generosity for Social Development
Appendix I: Aga Khan Development NetworkThe Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a contemporary endeavour of the Ismaili Imamat to realise the ethics and social conscience of Islam through institutional action. More (AKDN) Institutions
Appendix II: Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN): An Ethical Framework