Culture & Tradition Archives - The Dawoodi Bohras

The prayers and supplications of Imam Ali Zayn al-Abideen are of immense significance to the Dawoodi Bohras and constitute a mainstay of the holy month of Ramadan’s ritual obligations

About the Bohras

Soaring High on Utraan

January 22, 2021

Mustafa Kagalwala fondly recalls celebrating the Indian festival of Utraan at Aljamea-tus-Saifiyah.

About the Bohras

The Bohra New Year’s Eve Feast

August 18, 2020

A look at how the Dawoodi Bohra community ushers in the new year.

Cuisine

Bohra Cuisine: A Pinch of Salt and Desserts First

July 18, 2020

Bohra cuisine is characterised by unique practices, responsible consumption and delicious dishes.

Culture & Tradition

A Treasured Experience for Community Women

March 19, 2020

Kunuz al-Iqtibasaat is a unique platform for the women of the Dawoodi Bohra Community to express themselves through different mediums of art and creativity.

Blogs

Queen Arwa and her Enduring Legacy of Empowerment

March 7, 2020

A look at the inspiring history of Queen Arwa and her enduring legacy of empowering women.

Blogs

Badri High School Empowering Through Language

October 25, 2019

Badri High School Karachi initiated a language learning course for parents

About the Bohras

A return to our roots: Visits to the four Bohra masjids of Sri Lanka

August 25, 2019

A look at the history of the Dawoodi Bohra community in Sri Lanka through the Masjids they built across centuries.