Re: Khushali in Agha Khani Culture
Navroz marks the beginning of a new year and the first day of spring. More generally, it signifies a time of spiritual renewal and physical rejuvenation, as well as the spirit of gratitude for blessings and an outlook of hope and optimism towards the future. It’s celebrated by many different branches of Shias, and also by Parsis and Persians, and others across Iran, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan
Taken from an Ismali website:
Ismailis across the globe celebrate Navroz with the recital of devotional poetry in the form ofginans, qasidas, and manqabas. Dried fruits, nuts and grains are distributed among Jamati members, symbolising blessings of abundance and sustenance. Navroz is also a time of family gatherings and celebratory meals, thus strengthening family bonds and fraternal ties.
Daandiya Raas is a dance. You know with the sticks? Ismailis are all predominately Gujrati, so their heritage draws on many Gujarati customs. They also do garba, which they call “rasura”.