Rahim al-husseini: Rahim Al-Hussaini has been declared the successor of Aga Khan. He will now be the new religious leader of crores of Ismaili Muslims. According to Aga Khan Development Network, Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan (V) has been named the 50th spiritual leader of the Ismaili community on Wednesday (5 February).
The religious-spiritual leader and billionaire Aga Khan of Ismaili Muslims died on Tuesday (February 4) in Portugal. He was 88 years old. He was the 49th hereditary Imam of Shia Ismaili Muslims. They have 3 sons and have a daughter.
Announcement on social media
Aga Khan Development Network wrote on the social media platform x, “Prince Rahim al-Husaini Aga Khan (v) has been named the 50th hereditary Imam of Shia Ismaili Muslims on Wednesday. Iv) After opening the will, his name has been announced.
It is believed that the direct descendant of Prophet Mohammed
‘Aga Khan’ is a title. He is considered a direct descendant of Prophet Mohammad. In the history of 1400 years, the living hereditary Imam has led Ismaili Muslims. Ismaili Muslims live in more than 35 countries and their number is from 12 to 15 million.
Who to know who is Ismaili Muslim
Ismaili is a Muslim (sub -sect) of Muslim Shia Islam. It is also called Khoja Muslim, Agakhani Muslims and Nijari Muslims. These are the second largest Shia sub -sect according to the followers. The Muslim Muslims consider the interpretation of the Quran through the Imam. The place of his worship is called Jamaatkhana.
Education received in the United States
Prince Rahim received his education in the United States as the eldest son of the previous Aga Khan. He studied comparative literature at Brown University. According to Budhwar’s statement, he has been actively involved in various agencies within the Spiritual Leader’s primary philanthropic organization Aga Khan Vikas Network.
The organization mainly focuses on healthcare, housing, education and rural economic development initiatives. While working in more than 30 countries, it holds an annual budget of about $ 1 billion for non-profit development activities. According to Aga Khan Vikas Network, Prince Rahim demonstrated special dedication to environmental protection and climate change initiatives.