Ismaili Qasida Book -

Ya Shah! This book is but a shore; Your Grace the ocean, deep and vast. Forgive the scribe, the reader, too, And hold us in Your shadow cast.

May this book be a companion on your Sayr wa Suluk (spiritual journey). May it break your ego and rebuild you as a mirror of the Divine Light. Ismaili Qasida Book

The Zahir is a lovely bride, The Batin is her secret soul. Without the Guide, no stars to guide, Without the Qasida, no heart made whole. Ya Shah

— The Compiler Jamati Qasida Trust O Rider of the cosmic steed, Plant the banner of ‘Ali in my chest. My tongue is dust, Your name the seed; By Your Noor, my soul finds rest. May this book be a companion on your

We sing. We remember. We ascend.