Golden Jubilee
Mawlana Hazar Imam completed his 50th year as the Imam of the Ismaili community on 11 July 2007. Fifty years ago, at the age of 20, Hazar Imam succeeded his grandfather, Mawlana Sultan Mahomed Shah, as the 49th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslims.
Golden Jubilee Imamat Day
Over the past 50 years, the European Union has grown in size, influence, and scope, and the decisions made by the Union touch the lives of every citizen in Europe. Similarly, in his 50 years as spiritual leader of the global Ismaili community, Mawlana Hazar Imam has overseen the growth of Jamati and Imamat institutions, as well as the growth of the Jamat as it spread across various regions around the world.
The Golden Jubilee Year
Mawlana Hazar Imam's Golden Jubilee Inaugral Ceremony launched the Golden Jubilee year - July 2007 - July 2008. Please visit this section of our site for the latest information on the events pertaining to the Golden Jubilee year. This includes the Inaugral Ceremony held in Aiglemont, France and Mawlana Hazar Imam's visits during the Jubilee year.
