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A Different Imam Among the Imams - Passing of Karim Aga Khan
By Mohsen Hesam Mazaheri
In brief, over the last two centuries, the Ismaili community has moved away from its historical image as a revolutionary and politically engaged sect of Shi'ism. Instead, it has evolved into a culturally-oriented, pacifist, and pluralistic community. This transformation began under the leadership of the Aga Khans, specifically with Aga Khan III, and was further developed and expanded by his grandson, Aga Khan IV.
The title "Aga Khan" was first bestowed by Fath-Ali Shah Qajar upon his son-in-law Hasan Ali Shah Mahallati, who was also an Ismaili Imam. Aga Khan I served for a time as the governor of Kerman, but was later deposed and took up arms against the Qajar government. This conflict forced him into exile, leading him to settle first in Afghanistan and later in India.
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By Mohsen Hesam Mazaheri
In brief, over the last two centuries, the Ismaili community has moved away from its historical image as a revolutionary and politically engaged sect of Shi'ism. Instead, it has evolved into a culturally-oriented, pacifist, and pluralistic community. This transformation began under the leadership of the Aga Khans, specifically with Aga Khan III, and was further developed and expanded by his grandson, Aga Khan IV.
The title "Aga Khan" was first bestowed by Fath-Ali Shah Qajar upon his son-in-law Hasan Ali Shah Mahallati, who was also an Ismaili Imam. Aga Khan I served for a time as the governor of Kerman, but was later deposed and took up arms against the Qajar government. This conflict forced him into exile, leading him to settle first in Afghanistan and later in India.
Full article: https://iqraonline.net/a-different-imam-among-the-imams-passing-of-karim-aga-khan/