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The Ismaili Center Houston: Reflections by Prince Amyn Aga Khan and Mayor Sylvester Turner

“The Ismaili Center is intended to be a resource for all Houstonians as a place to come together with local, national, and international partners to enhance the vibrant nature and rich cultural tapestry of this city” — Prince Amyn Aga Khan (READ MORE ON BARAKAH)

Houston’s Mayor Sylvester Turner introduces Prince Amyn Aga Khan to Houston Police Department Chief Troy Finner. Please click on photo to read report.

“The Ismaili Center Houston will be a magnificent building, both physically — with its landmark architecture, picturesque gardens, and ingenious design — and societally speaking, through its impact on Houston, across Texas, and throughout the United States” — Honourable Sylvester Turner, Mayor of Houston (READ MORE ON BARAKAH)

Prince Amyn Aga Khan in Houston to review the development of the Ismaili Center Houston
Prince Amyn Aga Khan is joined by Greater Houston Partnership President and CEO Bob Harvey, and Performing Arts Houston CEO Meg Booth as they hear remarks from Mayor Sylvester Turner. Please click on photo to read report.

Date posted: August 13, 2022.

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Before departing this website please take a moment to review Simerg’s Table of Contents for links to hundreds of thought provoking pieces on a vast array of subjects including faith and culture, history and philosophy, and arts and letters to name a few. Also visit Simerg’s sister websites Barakah, dedicated to His Highness the Aga Khan, and Simergphotos for beautiful photographs on diverse themes including nature and culture. Simerg’s editor Malik Merchant may be reached via email at mmerchant@simerg.com.

August 11, 2022: Watch Live Event from Houston – Prince Amyn Aga Khan on the New Ismaili Center Commissioned by His Highness the Aga Khan

Ismaili Center Houston

Prince Amyn Aga Khan has arrived in Houston to review the progress of the new Ismaili Centre, commissioned by his older brother, His Highness the Aga Khan, the 49th Hereditary Imam of the Ismaili Muslims. Shortly after his arrival, the Prince was bestowed with an Honorary Citizenship of the City of Houston by Houston’s Mayor, the Honorable Sylvester Turner.

On Thursday, August 11, the Prince will be joined by Mayor Turner, at a luncheon with civil society leaders and elected officials, where they will share reflections on the Ismaili Center. The event will be streamed live on the Ismaili TV at the following times:

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Date posted: August 10, 2022.

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Before departing this website please take a moment to review Simerg’s Table of Contents for links to hundreds of thought provoking pieces on a vast array of subjects including faith and culture, history and philosophy, and arts and letters to name a few. Also visit Simerg’s sister websites Barakah, dedicated to His Highness the Aga Khan, and Simergphotos for beautiful photographs on diverse themes including nature and culture.

Simerg’s editor Malik Merchant may be reached via email at mmerchant@simerg.com.

Memorable Posts on Princess Zahra Aga Khan and Prince Amyn Aga Khan on Barakah – a Blog Dedicated to His Highness the Aga Khan, Members of His Family and the Ismaili Imamat

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Simerg’s sister website, Barakah, has featured Princess Zahra Aga Khan (birthday, September 18) and Prince Amyn Aga Khan (birthday, September 12) in recent days, and we invite our readers to click on the following links or images for the four pieces, which include memorable photos and an important letter penned by Prince Amyn in 1960.

The Logo: Barakah seeks its inspiration from the Arabic root b-r-k, and its most fundamental meaning is ‘Blessing’, conferred by the Divine upon humankind.

PRINCESS ZAHRA AGA KHAN

Princess Zahra Aga Khan Birthday Barakah and Simerg
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PRINCE AMYN AGA KHAN AND THE AGA KHAN MUSEUM

Prince Amyn Aga Khan Birthday and Aga Khan Museum 7th anniversary Barakah and Simerg
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PRINCE AMYN AGA KHAN’S VISIT TO TORONTO IN 1973

Prince Amyn Aga Khan Toronto 1973 visit Barakah and Simerg
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LETTER: PRINCE AMYN AGA KHAN’S EXPRESSION OF LOYALTY TO MAWLANA HAZAR IMAM

Prince Amyn Aga Khan Rare Letter Simerg and Barakah
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Date posted: September 19, 2021.

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Before departing this website please take a moment to review Simerg’s Table of Contents for links to hundreds of thought provoking pieces on a vast array of subjects including faith and culture, history and philosophy, and arts and letters to name a few. Also visit Simerg’s sister websites Barakah, dedicated to His Highness the Aga Khan, and Simergphotos.

Prince Amyn Aga Khan: Photos and Report of His First Visit to the Jamat in Toronto in 1973

In an exclusive piece for Simerg’s sister website Barakah, which is dedicated to Mawlana Hazar Imam and members of his family, Dr Mohamed Manji of Vancouver digs into his archives of photos, and reflects on Prince Amyn Aga Khan’s visit to Toronto in 1973. Dr Manji was then a member for Health in the newly established Aga Khan Regional Council for Ontario and Quebec. His article also coincides with Prince Amyn’s 84th birthday on Sunday September 12, 2021, which also marks the 7th anniversary of the opening of two iconic Ismaili Imamat projects in Toronto, the Ismaili Centre and the Aga Khan Museum. Please click HERE or on the image below for photos and article on Prince Amyn, the younger brother of Mawlana Hazar Imam, His Highness the Aga Khan.

Please click on image for photos and article on Prince Amyn’s 1973 visit to Toronto:

Date posted: September 10, 2021.

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Prince Amyn Muhammad Aga Khan is 80 years old: A thank you letter to the Prince

Dear Prince Amyn, we have witnessed and continue to witness with immense happiness your enormous love, loyalty and respect for our beloved Hazar Imam. Throughout your life, you have been by his side as his trusted supporter, loyal advisor and confidant. You continue to be an epitome of inspiration in the service of the Imam, the Institution of Imamat, worldwide Jamats” — READ MORE

Please click on image to read Azeem Maherali’s thank you letter to Prince Amyn Aga Khan. Photo: Khizr Hayat Collection.

Date posted: September 13, 2017.

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A Thank You Letter Inspired by Prince Amyn Aga Khan’s Exceptional Service to the Imamat by Azeem Maherali @Simerg

“…Prince, we have witnessed and continue to witness your immense love, loyalty and respect for our beloved Hazar Imam. You continue to be an epitome of inspiration in the service of the Imam, Imamat, worldwide Jamats, greater Muslim Ummah and humanity…..

A Thank You Letter Inspired by Prince Amyn Mohammad Aga Khan’s Exceptional Service to the Imamat

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To read published letters, please click Thanking Ismaili Historical Figures