Current Imam
Who is our current Imam?
Mawlana Shah Rahim (Prince Rahim Aga Khan).
what does AKDN stand for
Aga Khan Development Network
Who was the first Imam
Hazrat Ali
What is the meaning of Didar? And what does it mean in Shia tradition?
A Persian word meaning "seeing" or "vision". In Shia Ismaili tradition, the physical Didar of the Imam refers to the Imam visiting the Jamat and giving Farman.
What does “seva” mean?
Service
What is the role of the Imam?
To guide us in spiritual and worldly matters.
Does AKDN serve only Muslims?
No
How many Imams have there been before Shah Rahim?
49
We prepare for Didar by being mindful of our feelings, thoughts, and actions so we can participate respectfully and meaningfully.
What is Dasond?
Dasond is giving one tenth of a person’s income as a religious contribution.
The Imam helps improve quality of life through which organization?
AKDN
Name one sector AKDN works in.
Education, Health, Economic Development, Culture
What remains continuous from Imam Ali to today?
The Noor of Imamat.
What is one way the Imam guides us?
One way the Imam guides us is through Farmans, which help us make good choices and live with care and purpose.
What does “Ya Ali Madad” mean?
It is a greeting meaning “May Ali help you.”
The Imam is a direct descendant of which Prophet?
Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
What university was established under the Imam’s guidance in 1983?
Aga Khan University
What was the Fatimid Caliphate
A Muslim empire led by Ismaili Imams.
How are we connected to our Imam?
Through our Bay'ah, we are connected to our Imam, and through that bond, His love and guidance for both spiritual and material well-being.
What is the concept of Noor in Ismaili belief?
Noor means divine light. Ismailis believe the Imam carries the spiritual light of guidance from Prophet Muhammad.
what is the name of the current Imam's sons
How many countries does AKDN operate in (Over how many)?
Over 30
What is the meaning of “Imam-e-Zaman"?
Imam-e-Zamana” means the “Imam of the Time,” referring to the living Imam who guides the Jamat.
Didar is a time of...
Didar is a time of deep love, connection, and happiness, which each of us experiences and understands in a personal and meaningful way.
What is the significance of Bay’ah in Ismaili practice?
Bay’ah is the oath of allegiance given to the Imam. It represents spiritual loyalty, acceptance of the Imam’s authority, and commitment to follow his guidance.