Ismliyya
The Ismiliyya, also known as the Ismailis, is a branch of Shia Islam that emerged in the early Islamic period. It traces its origins to a dissenting group within the broader Shiite community that believed in a specific lineage of Imams descended from Ali ibn Abi Talib and Fatima, the daughter of Prophet Muhammad. The Ismiliyya distinguish themselves through their doctrinal emphasis on the leadership of the Imam as a divine guide, with a particular focus on the Imamate’s spiritual and esoteric dimensions.
Historically, the Ismiliyya split from other Shia groups during the early Abbasid period, over disputes concerning
The most notable historical event for the Ismiliyya was the establishment of the Fatimid Caliphate in North
Although maintaining a secretive and hierarchical religious structure, the Ismiliyya continue to influence Islamic thought and