Ismaili

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the religious affiliation?Shia Islam
2. What is the geographic distribution?Present in over 25 countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America
3. Who is the Imam of the Ismailis?The Imam is His Highness the Aga Khan. He is seen as the direct spiritual successor to Prophet Muhammad and guides the community in faith and everyday life.
4. Where do Ismailis live?Ismailis live in more than 25 countries around the world, from Asia to Africa to Europe. Their homes are in many different cultures but they share the same beliefs.

Imamate: The spiritual and temporal leadership institution of the Ismaili community, headed by a living Imam.
Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN): A comprehensive network of development agencies dedicated to improving quality of life and fostering self-reliance.
Jamatkhana: A multipurpose institutional space for Ismaili community gatherings, prayer, education, and social activities.
Enlightened Compassion: A core Ismaili ethical principle guiding actions towards the betterment of society and individual well-being.