Ishq-e-Karimi Podcasts: The Light of Ismailism

How to Keep Your Faith Alive After Deedar

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim… October 10, 2026. As I sit down to write this article, it has been a month since Deedar. In Ismaili philosophy, Deedar holds great importanc

The Restless Soul and the Longing for Deedar

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim, Deedar is a beautiful word. When an aashiq is restless to see his maashuq, and when he gets his deedar, he finds peace. In the earlier times,

Technology Saved Our Time… But What Did We Do With It?

In the blessings and guidance of our beloved Hazir Imam, a humble treasure has been found. Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim O Imam-e-Zaman, through the hurmat of Your Pirs an

This Eid, Let Us Sacrifice Something Real

Ya Ali Madad. Dear brothers and sisters... dear seekers of the Divine Light... Welcome. Welcome to Ishq e Karimi. Before we say another word... Let us pause for just

Bayat: The Sacred Covenant with Allah through the Imam

Ya Ali Madad… Today’s reflection is not just a discussion. It is a reminder of a sacred covenant — Bayat. A covenant that is not merely spoken but lived, fulfilled and a

The Gravity That Is Silently Controlling Your Life

You fight distractions daily… but what if the real force is something deeper—your nafs? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscri

Why Our Heart Feels Empty? | Navroz, Ishq & The Light of the Imam

Navroz is not just the arrival of spring in nature — it is the awakening of something far deeper within us. Listen Navaroz Special Song Just as a withered flower longs

Fasting in Ismailism

Bismillāhir al-Raḥmān al-Raḥīm. Fasting in Ismailism. With the respect and blessings of my teachers (PIRS), I seek knowledge in the presence of the Imam of the Time, so

Imamat Never Pauses — Our First Imamat Day With the Imam-of-the-Time | Imamat Day Special

In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate. Today we are celebrating Imamat Day—and this is the first Imamat Day that we are celebrating with our 50

Parenting in the Age of Noise

Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim. Today, I want to talk about something very close to my heart. Parenting. Or rather… Parenting in today’s world. Before I begin, I seek stren

The Spiritual Bond with Imam: From Ego to Enlightenment

Whenever the Imam has veiled Himself, tests have appeared — and we often failed to recognize those tests. The Qur’an reminds us that trials are part of the path: “Do yo

The Truth About Talent

Every artist, every creator, every dreamer has felt it — that spark we call talent.But what if our talent isn’t really ours?In this heartfelt reflection, we explore how t

Dasond & Majalis: Love or Obligation?

In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful I often ask myself: why is there dasond? why is there naandi? why is money collected in majalis? With re

Beyond Sight: Zaahiri, Esoteric & Luminous Deedar Unveiled

Ya Ali Madad. Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim. I prostrate myself while seeking divine support at the sanctuary of the Lord of the Time, Shah Rahim al-Husayni, so that this b

🌟 Are We on the Right Path? The Journey Within

Are We on the Right Track? Bismillahir Rahmanir Rahim. Ya Ali Madad.Today, we will reflect on a topic that is particularly important for the youth. A sincere question: A

Eid al-Adha: Sacrifice and Continuity of the Ismaili Imamat

How does the concept of sacrifice in Eid al-Adha relate to the Ismaili understanding of the Imamat? Eid al-Adha is recognized as a symbol of sacrifice. In the Ismaili tr

🌟 The Eternal Noor: From Lamp to Lamp 🌟

The Noor (Divine Light) of Imamat is an unbroken chain, a sacred trust passed from one Imam to the next, just as a flame transfers seamlessly from one lamp to another—nev

The Eternal Noor of Imamat

Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem. Ya Ali Madad, dear listeners! Welcome to today’s special episode, where we explore the eternal Noor of Imamat, its divine continuity, and it

Deep Dive- Ismailis and Intoxicants

Deep Dive: Ismailis and Intoxicants – Faith, Ethics, and Modern Challenges In this episode, we explore the Ismaili perspective on intoxicants, drawing from historical, e

Embracing Diversity and Unity Through Faith

In this episode of the Ishq-e-Karimi podcast, we delve into the profound ways faith fosters unity in an increasingly diverse world. Rooted in the teachings of love, compa