This group is a lesser-known branch of Ismaili Shi’a Islam with a distinctive religious structure.

Beliefs and structure:

They believe in the Imamate of Ismail ibn Ja‘far and his descendants.

After the concealment of their Imam, leadership passed to the Da‘i al-Mutlaq (absolute missionary).

Esoteric (inner) interpretation of the Qur’an (ta’wil) is very important to them.

They have a highly organized religious and social system.

Cultural features:

They wear distinctive traditional white clothing.

They place strong emphasis on education, commerce, and social discipline.

Their community is relatively closed but very cohesive.