“Today the Ismailis are the only Shia community who throughout history have been led by a living hereditary Imam in direct descent from the Prophet” — Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan, excerpt from film
This short film is one of the most absorbing and inspiring presentations I have ever seen on Mawlana Shah Karim, His Highness the Aga Khan, who passed away in Lisbon on February 4, 2025 at the age of 88. He has been succeeded by his eldest son, Mawlana Shah Rahim, who was conferred the title His Highness by His Majesty, King Charles III.
“The love of the Imam knows no physical boundaries; no mountain, no river, no desert, can stop the love of the Imam for his Jamat worldwide” — Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan (20:11 min)
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Light Upon Light is not just a film, it’s a crucial piece of the history of Shah Karim’s 67 year reign as the 49th Imam of the Ismaili Muslims. Aside from the singing and recitation of prayers at appropriate moments and questions by media interviewers, there is not a single instance of anyone else speaking in the film. The words and sentiments are of the Imam alone.
“Keep in mind, PLEASE, keep in mind, that the Imam is always with you. There isn’t a second, in the day or the night, when the Imam is not with you. He is always with you” — Mawlana Shah Karim Aga Khan (33:58 min).
Every Ismaili in the world, especially the youth in the community, must watch this singularly important presentation. No viewer will want to stop watching it after the first few minutes. It is an awesome and captivating presentation that holds immense significance for the Ismaili community. Friends of the Ismaili community will also find the thirty-eight minute presentation engrossing.
Date posted: February 23, 2025.
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Ya Ali Madad Malik
No words can PEN my Sincerest and Most Heartfelt Gratitude for Sharing not only this Beautiful Heartwarming and Memorable Video that leaves Footprints of Joy & Sadness in my heart as I Bid Farewell to the Imam of my Time as well as My Spiritual Parent & Best Friend with a Heavy Heart YET in Peace KNOWING his Noor will Always be with Me and he is NOW my Guardian Angel, but for Also reminding Me through all your Sharing that We Ismailis are Never ALONE. That the Nur of Ali through Decades of Immamat will Continue to Guide us and Keep us Firm on our Path of Siratal Mustaqeem as we Pledge Allegiance and Undying Love and Support to our New Imam, to Serving him in the best of our Capabilities, Abilities & Knowledge as well as our Dedication to the Noorani Families in Supporting & Acknowledging their Presence in our lives as the Noorani Families.
May the Nur of Ali Guide them with the Light & Wisdom in their Continued Journey as they face the Challenges Ahead with Courage, Strength, Humility and Hope for the Future of all Ismailis and All of Humanity.
May the Flame of Hope & Faith Glow in our Hearts & Spirits as we move forward in a Stronger more Peaceful & Progressive Future with these Changing times of Trials & Tribulations. May Every Murid feel the Love and Spiritual Joy as they continue to remain strong in the Pillar of their Faith and Hope.
May Allah accept all your good humble Seva and grant you and your families Abundant Barakat and Success in all your Endeavours. May you too be guided by the Nur of Ali and Spiritual Enlightenment as you Continue to share your Journey with us Murids. Thank you Sincerely.
Much Gratitude & Blessings Taz Noor