Why Muslims pray to the Prophet and Imams: Chapter by Khalil Andani (Open Access)

An academic article on how intercessory prayer is a widely-accepted mainstream Muslim practice among Sunnis, Sufis, Twelvers, and Ismailis.

Nov 16

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Should a Tasbih Be Used During Bandagi? (5 Min. Read)

Beyond the Tasbih: The Inner Discipline and Purpose of Baytu'l-Khayal 'Ibadat (Meditation)

Nov 4 • 

Khayal ʿAly

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October 2025

Wake Up! Which Way Are You Headed?

An invitation to reflect on the path you’re walking — and where it’s truly leading you.

Oct 22 • 

Khayal ʿAly

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New Ismaili Gnosis AI Chatbot: Now Open to Everyone

Try the new IG Chatbot and ask your questions on Ismaili history, philosophy, and practice

Oct 18 • 

Ismaili Gnosis

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The Divine Reason Imam ‘Ali's Caliphate Was Delayed (5 Min. Read)

Why the Night Came Before the Dawn: An Ismaili Esoteric Reflection on the Prophet’s Successors

Oct 7 • 

Khayal ʿAly

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September 2025

Hidden Shirk: Rejecting the Help of Prophets and Imams Is Ego Worship (12 Min. Read)

Exploring how rejecting the help and prayers of Prophets and Imams reflects ego-worship and a misunderstanding of true Tawhid.

Sep 20 • 

Ismaili Gnosis

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Khayal ʿAly

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What is the Spiritual Dimension of Human Existence? (10 Min. Read)

A Brief Response to a Reader's Question on Spirituality in Ismaili Literature

Sep 13 • 

Khayal ʿAly

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Ismaili Neoplatonism: IIS Chapter by Dr. Khalil Andani (Open Access)

How Ismailis adopted Neoplatonic philosophy and its continuation in contemporary Ismaili thought

Sep 6 • 

Ismaili Gnosis

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August 2025

Why Do Ismailis Call on the Imams for Help in Prayers? (12 Min. Read)

Understanding the Spiritual Role of the Prophet and Imām as Wasīlah (Intermediary) in Islam

Aug 30 • 

Ismaili Gnosis

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Khayal ʿAly

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New Ismaili Gnosis AI Chatbot (Early Access)

Premium Subscribers are invited to try a new IG AI Chatbot that responds to your religious questions

Aug 18

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How to Protect Your Faith and Soul from Shaytan (11 Min. Read)

Original poetry and selected Ismaili guidance, inspiring believers to honor and safeguard their īmān and nurture the rūḥu’l-īmān, the soul of faith.

Aug 16 • 

Khayal ʿAly

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Reminder: Open Q&A Session on Sunday

Premium Subscribers are invited to join a special Q&A session with IG Scholars this Sunday August 17

Aug 15 • 

Ismaili Gnosis

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