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Salamiyya: Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You

29 January 2013

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Home to tens of thousands of Ismailis, the peaceful city of Salamiyya was struck by terror a few days ago, resulting in the loss of precious human lives and property. Simergphotos brings to its readers some vivid memories of the historic city and its wonderful people through anecdotes and photos, and prays for the return of peace to Syria.

PLEASE CLICK: Peaceful Times and Fond Memories of Salamiyya, Syria….Then Terror Strikes Violating the Qur’anic Injunctions on the Sanctity of Life

Jabal Mashhad in Salamiyya, Syria, is thought to hold the tomb of the 8th Ismaili Imam Wafi Ahmed. Photo: Arif Babul, Vancouver. Copyright. Please click for enlargement. Photo: Professor Arif Babul. Copyright.

Jabal Mashhad in Salamiyya, Syria, is thought to hold the tomb of the 8th Ismaili Imam Wafi Ahmed. Please click for Salamiyya. Photo: Arif Babul, Vancouver, Canada. Copyright.

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Exclusive @Simergphotos: The Investiture of Prince Amyn Mohamed Aga Khan as Chief of Ismaili Scouts by Khizar Hayat

12 January 2013

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….Prince Aly Khan passed away on 13th May 1960 in a tragic accident. A loss and a lull was created. In 1965 Mawlana Hazar Imam graced the request as successor of the post, from the Aga Khan Association for Ismaili Scouts, Guides, Band and Orchestras, Karachi. He sent a holy talika to the President of the Ismaili Scouts Association appointing Prince Amyn Mohamed as Ismaili Chief Scout….….Read More

A Scout Greeting….Prince Amyn with Khizar Hayat. Please click for photos and article. Photo Credit: Khizar Hayat Collection, Canada,

Historical Images: The Naad-e-Ali Prayer “Call Upon Ali….Oh Ali, Oh Ali, Oh Ali” in Ottoman Calligraphy @ Simergphotos

7 January 2013

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Call Ali call Ali call Ali,
the manifestation of marvels
He will be your helper in difficulty
Every anxiety and sorrow will end
Through your friendship.
O Ali, O Ali, O Ali

Photo Credit: The Trustees of the British Museum. Please click for Naad-e-Ali

Photo Credit: The Trustees of the British Museum. Please click for Naad-e-Ali

PLEASE CLICK: Historical Images: The Naad-e-Ali, “Call Upon Ali….oh Ali, oh Ali, oh Ali,” in Ottoman Calligraphy, and Other Shia Inscriptions in the British Museum’s Islamic Collection

The Blue Qur’an from the Fatimid Period, “A Spiritual Piece” @Simergphotos

2 January 2013

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On Sunday November 25, 2012, Simergphotos began a series of historical illustrations that underline an artistic, ethical, moral, religious or scientific theme. The latest piece is on the exquisite Blue Qur’an which has been referred to as “the Picasso of Islamic Art.” More….

A folio of the Fatimid Blue Qur'an which was recently exhibited at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Please click for more images and text

A folio of the Fatimid Blue Qur’an which was recently on display at an exhibition on Islamic art at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. Please click for more images and text

His Highness the Aga Khan, Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1936, Alamut, Bagamoyo, Jefferson’s Qur’an, Pierre Trudeau, President Barack Obama…. – 2012 Photo Picks

25 December 2012

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This is a delightful selection from hundreds of photos published since September 2012 at this website’s companion photo blog, Simergphotos. Please click 2012 Simerg Photo Collection or on the following image:

Dec. 14, 2011 “During one of the Christmas Holiday receptions at the White House, I noticed the First Lady’s hands resting on the podium as the President made brief remarks.” (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

Dec. 14, 2011 “During one of the Christmas Holiday receptions at the White House, I noticed the First Lady’s hands resting on the podium as the President made brief remarks.” (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

Historical Illustrations: Ibn Sina and his Canon of Medicine @ Simergphotos

16 December 2012

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“One of the most famous exponents of Muslim universalism and an eminent figure in Islamic learning was Ibn Sina, known in the West as Avicenna (981-1037). For a thousand years he has retained his original renown as one of the greatest thinkers and medical scholars in history. His most important medical works are the Qanun (Canon) and a treatise on Cardiac drugs…..The enduring respect in the 21st century for a book written a millennium earlier is testimony to Ibn Sina’s achievement….”

Historical Images: Ibn Sina and His Canon of Medicine

Arteries and Viscera - depiction in Avicenna's Canon of Medicine). Please click for historical images. Credit" Wellc ome Images. Copyright.

Arteries and Viscera – depiction in Avicenna’s Canon of Medicine. Please click on image for article. Credit: Wellcome Images. Copyright.

Historical Images: Thomas Jefferson’s Copy of the Qur’an @Simergphotos

3 December 2012

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The latest weekly historical illustration at Simergphotos is that of a rare copy of an English translation of the Qur’an which was acquired over two centuries ago by Thomas Jefferson, one of America’s Founding Fathers as well as its 3rd President. This was the 2-volume set on which US Muslim Congressman Keith Allison rested his hand for the oath to the office on January 4, 2007. Please click Historical Images: President Thomas Jefferson’s Copy of the Qur’an or on the following image:

Keith Ellison, the first Muslim ever elected to the US Congress, took his oath of office on January 4, 2007 by placing his hand on Thomas Jefferson's copy of the Qur'an. Please click for Historical Illustrations."

Keith Ellison, the first Muslim ever elected to the US Congress, took his oath of office on January 4, 2007 by placing his hand on Thomas Jefferson’s copy of  the Qur’an. Please click for “Historical Images.”

His Highness the Aga Khan’s Executive Jets by Malik Merchant @Simergphotos

29 November 2012

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The Challenger 300, the Global Express and the Global 5000 built by Bombardier are a very important part in the journeys that His Highness the Aga Khan undertakes to meet his Ismaili followers around the world and to perform work related to his role as the head of the Aga Khan Development Network. Many photo hobbyists have captured the 49th Ismaili Imam’s jets through their lenses. To view a selection, please click:

The Executive Jets of His Highness the Aga Khan

Please click on image for “The Executive Jets of His Highness the Aga Khan.” Photo: Dave Henderson. Copyright.

Also, every week simergphotos will publish a historical illustration which underlines an artistic, ethical, moral, religious or scientific theme. For this week’s illustration, please click Historical Images: The American Declaration of Independence Illustrated.

Endearing Photos from the White House: A Tribute to President Barack Obama

17 November 2012

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A Tribute to President Barack Obama on His Re-election: Endearing Photos from the White House

President Barack Obama looks at the Nobel Peace Prize medal for the first time at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo, Norway. December 10, 2009. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza)

For a summary of photo stories, please visit Simerg’s photo blog home page at www.simergphotos.com or click on the following for the most recent photo posts:

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Photos of His Highness the Aga Khan at the Rooftop Islamic Garden of the London Ismaili Centre

7 November 2012

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In 1989, Shamas Nanjijuma was called upon to serve lunch to His Highness the Aga Khan and Ismaili leaders at the rooftop Islamic Garden  at London’s Ismaili Centre. This website’s companion photo blog, www.simergphotos.com, is pleased to publish a small, yet rare collection of photos from Nanjijuma’s personal collection. Please click His Highness the Aga Khan with Ismaili Leaders and Volunteers at the London Ismaili Centre’s Rooftop Garden or on the image below.

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