Qasida Book — Ismaili

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.

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. 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

— 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. Without the Guide, no stars to guide, Without

This is a conceptual text for the opening or an introductory section of an . It is written in a lyrical, reverent, and philosophical tone suitable for a collection of devotional hymns (ginans, qasidas, manqabats). The Ascent of the Seeker: An Invitation to the Qasidas In the Name of Allah, the Most Graiano, the Most Merciful O Seeker of the Eternal Flame,