- Tracing The Tarot Track By : raphnix
Over the past, the tarot has been associated with the gypsies. With the fascination of the latter for cards a means for divination, they were not the people responsible for its birth. - Origin of Chinese Horoscopes By : Lloydie
Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig, and according to their places in the race, the Jade Emperor had given them each a number starting with the Rat who was the winner of the race. Since rat is the winner, rat is the first symbol of Chinese zodiac sign. - In Indian astrology Moon is the mother By : sudhanshuraaj
Actually the ebb and tide of the oceans are caused by the influence of Moon on earth. - Ismailis in Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Switzerland By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The Ismailis of Malaysia emigrated from India in 1920 under the guidance of Imam Sultan Muhammad Shah and were settled in Federation of Malaya and State of Singapore, the country now is known as Malaysia. The Ismailis in Malaysia have good and cordial relations with other communities like the Malays, the Chinese, the Indians and the Europeans. There are about 500 Ismailis spread over in cities and towns like Singapore, Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Seramban, Kotra Bahru and Kuala Trenganu. The Ismailis are in business doing cutlery, hosiery, toys, stationary, ready-made garments, importers and exporters, etc. In sum, 90% of Ismailis are businessmen and 10% are employed. Nearly half of them have their own houses and buildings. - Ready for an Adventure? Try Spiritual Travel! By : temp
If you’re seeking renewal, growth, and change, then a spiritual pilgrimage may be just what you’ve been looking for. A spiritual pilgrimage is a journey to a sacred place. Or, in other words, a physical journey that yields spiritual results. - The Opening To The Psychic World By : raphnix
Neutral believers of paranormal entities and phenomena are yet confused of their in dept purpose to humanity. Astrology sings or star signs are already universal terms but delivers no unique impact to what does it really means or its true objectives. - God Wants You to Prosper By :
God wants you to prosper! Most people don't believe this while others abuse it. Let me start a new conversation with you on this topic. - Does my husband struggle with porn? 3 starting places to overcome pornography in Christian marriage By :
When I started writing Secure in Heart—Overcoming Insecurity in a Woman's Life, I knew that I wanted to pull together a resource that would help lift the shame off of my longtime battle with insecurity. What I didn't realize is that with God's help (and the courageous go-ahead from my husband Dave) that it would contain our most vulnerable struggles—including our longtime battle with sexual addiction. - What is a Miracle? By :
A miracle can mean something different to each person but have you ever considered that you are a miracle? So lets talk about you by looking at your thumb. You'll notice a couple of things. First, your thumb stands out from your fingers. In other words, it is outstanding - just like you are meant to be. Now, look at your thumbprint - in all of history and into the future it is the only one like it. You are unique, precious and a miracle . . . - How To Select The Perfect Christmas Gifts By : joalesto
Shopping for the right Christmas gifts should be easy and fun. Here are some excellent suggestions that will make this holiday season truly a wonderful experience. - Ismailis in Iran By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
"Tradition has it that Imam Muhammad bin Ismail left Medina and went to southern Iraq, where he acquired the epithet of al-maktum (veiled one), and then at Nishapur in disguise, where he lodged for some times. Afterwards, the Imam proceeded towards Ray, about 15 miles from Tehran. Ishaq bin al-Abbas al-Farsi, the Abbasid governor of Ray professed Ismailism. Imam betrothed to Fatima, the daughter of Sarah, sister of Ishaq bin al-Abbas. When the news of Imam Muhammad bin Ismail's stay at Ray reached the ears of Harun ar-Rashid, he wrote to Ishaq bin al-Abbas, ordering to arrest the Imam and send him to Baghdad. Upon receipt of caliph's letter, he showed it to the Imam and replied to the caliph that he found no trace of the Imam, and would send as soon as he was arrested, and thus he tried to put the caliph off the scent. But the spies planted by Baghdad reported to the caliph that Imam Muhammad bin Ismail not only was living at governor's house, but that he was operating his mission from there. Upon this, the caliph wrote another letter to Ishaq bin al-Abbas, impugning him to come in person with his forces if his orders were not obeyed forthwith. The governor however made his usual reply. Meanwhile, the complaints about Ali bin Musa bin Mahan, the governor of Khorasan reached the point where Harun ar-Rashid could no longer ignore them, and adopted a militant stance. In 189/805, he marched towards Ray with a detachment of his army, and after searching for the Imam through a tracking party, ordered to arrest Ishaq bin al-Abbas. Ishaq died as a result of severe torture inflicted upon him, and was rigorously flogged till death. He did not waver and stood steadfast in spite of excruciating tortures. In spite of the gloomy situation, his faith remained unshakable. - Ismailis In Indo-Pakistan Subcontinent By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
"In 270/884, Ibn Hawshab had sent al-Haytham from Yamen to Sind for Ismaili propaganda. He originated there the Ismaili mission that remained continued considerably under the charge of different da'is. Another da'i called Jaylam bin Shayban was recommended by Imam al-Muizz to the headquarters of Yamen. He captured Multan after overthrowing the ruling dynasty, and finally founded a Fatimid vassal state in Upper Indus Valley in 349/960. The Fatimid foothold in Multan therefore seems to have existed between 340/951 and 358/968. Jaylam bin Shayban started the new coinage in the State of Multan, known as Qahirya minted in Egypt in the name of the Fatimids. He died probably in 376/986. - Spiritual Life Coaching By :
One Coach tells his perspective of Spiritual Life Coaching, what it is and how it is helpful to those wishing to lead An Examined Life. - Women Of The Major Arcana By :
The High Priestess of the Tarot Women represents a virgin of sorts. She can be seen as being similar to the Greeks goddesses Athena, and Artemis. Many lunar images can be seen on various High Priestess cards because this image is that of a maiden moon or new moon. - Nature of Zodiac Signs and Astrology! By : Lloydie
As we continue expanding our life and exploring new knowledge and wisdoms, we are intend to have a basis in everything we've got and anything we do. A basis that gives you the standee of your past, present, and future in sequential details of your life as individual up to social inhabitants. - Ismailis in Central Asia By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The term "Central Asia" will include here the mountainous regions of China, Soviet Union, including Hindukush, Pamir, Yarkand, Wakhan, Oxus, Shagnan, Gilgit, Hunza and Chitral.
During the period of Imam al-Mustansir billah, Nasir Khusaro was designated as a hujjat of Khorasan and Badakhshan. He came from Khorasan and launched mass conversion in Central Asia. When public pressure against him escalated, he found refuge in Yamghan, in the court of Ali bin al-Asad, an intellectual Ismaili prince in the mountainous region of Badakhshan. Thus Yamghan became synonymous with prison, where he died. - Ask For Help If You Need It - Guardian Angels Are Here to Help By : Gen Wright
Think about the last time you had a problem and you prayed to God for help. Perhaps it was difficulty with your career, your family, your health, and other areas. - The Process of Healing With Guardian Angel Energy By : Gen Wright
In our busy schedules and everyday lives, we sometimes neglect our health and spiritual well being. This is sometimes inevitable. - A Quick Introduction to Angel Chi Art By : Gen Wright
An angel exists in the spiritual realm. Not everybody sees them but psychics and highly sensitive or religious people often claim that they exist. - Ismailis in Canada By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The majority of the Canadian Ismailis have their ethnic origin in the Indo-Pakistan subcontinent. Many first migrated to Canada after having lived in East Africa for two to three generations. General Edi Amin of Uganda issued his edict on August 9, 1972, and the Asians were to leave the country within 90 days. The decree of Edi Amin was a source of influx of immigrants. The Asian population of Uganda at that time was less than 100,000, of which perhaps 30,000 were Ismailis. - ADHD - A Deceptive Diagnosis By : Johnny Kicklighter
A look at ADHD from a spiritual perspective. - Book Review: The Self-Confrontation Manual By : Johnny Kicklighter
A book review of John Broger's book Self-Confrontation: A Manual for In-Depth Discipleship. - Ismailis in Afghanistan By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The word Afghanistan means the land of the Afghans and the word afghan (awghan or aoghan) means the mountaineers. The oldest Indian literature refers it as Balhekdes. The Persians called it as Zablistan and Kabalistan. To the Greeks, it was Bakhtar or Bactria. The Afghan territories also is included in the Central Asia.
How and when the Ismaili mission penetrated Afghanistan is under the shadow of much ambiguity. There were immense difficulties on the field of communication with the Imams, also the scattered dispersion and above all their absolute minority in the territory. Most of them had to settle in the mountainous villages of central parts and remote places of northern areas. The hovering fear of persecution forced them to maintain complete secrecy of their faith and assumed taqiya during last five centuries. - Ismailis By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The Shi'a Ismaili Muslims are now a global jamat and spread all over the world, ranging from Australia down south to the Arctic zone in Canada, up north. In all countries of their settlement, including the very new ones, Ismailis are seen to exist harmoniously within the broader framework of the country concerned, on the one hand progressing steadily under Present Imam's guidance on the other, contributing to the progress and well-being of that particular country. The Ismailis emerged originally from Syria, then spread in Yamen, Iran, Central Asia, Indo-Pakistan subcontinent, East Africa, etc. - Deceptive Diagnosis By : Johnny Kicklighter
A book review of Deceptive Diagnois: When Sin is Called Sickness. The authors share their views on how the church and society have replaced man's sinful behavior with psychological terms. - Signs or Horoscopes? By : johnlloyd
For a thousand of reasons, express and implied, the knowledge to know the future and past is something that interest much. Uncertain of the the future offers, people get skeptical. Nobody knows what the future holds, some look for psychics and some depends on horoscopes. - Ismaili Volunteers Corps By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The English word volunteer means one who voluntarily offers or enrolls himself for military service, in contrast to those who are under obligation to do so, or who form part of a regular army. The original French word corps d'armee became short during 17th century, which was borrowed in English language in the form of corps means a unit, body, or group of army. The volunteer is a member of an organized military force, formed by voluntary enrolment and distinct from the regular army. In later use, the civilians forming a corps or body also called the volunteers to assist the regulation or law and order. - Ismaili Scouts By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
The modern scouting movement was started in the world for the purpose of training the youths in the essentials of good citizenship and it arose in 1908 after the appearance of the book, Scouting for Boys written by the then inspector general of cavatry in the British army, Lieut. General R.S.S. Baden-Powell (1857-1941). Thus, the scouting movements spread in Britain and very quickly to other countries. Chile was the first to take up scouting after Britain, and Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa were the first in the commonwealth, but by 1910, it had spread to Sweden, France, Norway, Mexico, Argentina and the United States. During the first world war (1914-1919), its movements almost spread in the major countries of the world. In 1920, the first international scout meeting, or the first world Jamboree was held in Olympia, London, which was attended by 8000 scouts from 34 countries. It was on this occasion that Sir Baden-Powell was acclaimed Chief Scout of the world by virtue of his unique position as the acknowledged founder of the movement. In the same year, the Girl Guides were also founded. - Creating a New Foundation By :
re. Every day I read the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, business journals, local newspapers. I read everything. I want to be informed. I know what's happening. It's not that I am turning a blind eye, it's just that I am opening my eyes to something better, to something greater, and I can only do that because I am spending my mind and heart not on the thought of lack, but on the feeling of receiving so much grace. - Ismaili Rule In Sind And Hind By : Dr. D.S. Merchant
"The Abbasid caliph al-Mutamid (d. 279/892) had handed over the charge of Sind to the Saffarid chief, Yaqub bin Layth, in order to divert his intentions from attacking Iraq. As a result, Yaqub bin Layth acquired the power of Sind, Balkh and Tabaristan. He however recited the Abbasid khutba, and was simultaneously responsible to spread Shi'ism in the territories he governed. He died in 265/892, and with his departure, the Muslim territories in Sind had been divided into two main states, i.e., the State of Multan and Mansurah. In 279/892, the State of Multan passed into the hands of an Arab dynasty, called Banu Samah, founded by the clan of Asad.
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