The modern history of the Ismailis: Continuity and Change in a Muslim Community. The Ismailis have experienced a long and intricate history filled with events. Emerging from the Shi'a Imami tradition of Islam, its origins date back to the 8th century CE. In medieval times, the Ismailis split into two main groups, each following a different line of imams or spiritual leaders. The larger group, the Nizaris, has a line of imams represented in modern times by the Aga Khans, while the Tayyibi Ismailis, known as Bohras in South Asia, were led by Da'is who were deputies of their hidden imams. 'Modern History of the Ismailis' is the first publication of its kind to address their modern history. This collection of studies represents the initial scholarly attempt to conduct a comprehensive survey of the modern history of both branches of the Ismailis since the mid-19th century. Author: Farhad Daftary Publisher: Dar Al Saqi - Beirut Year of Publication: 2013 Pages: 480 Parts: 1 Binding Type: Paperback Paper Type: Recycled ISBN: 9781855169616