Round 5: Tossup 11

In one branch of this sect, a leader called the “unrestricted missionary” writes a yearly philosophical treatise to educate devotees. This sect operates “centers” in cities like London and Vancouver inspired by the interfaith Satpanth movement’s jamatkhanas. (15[1])During special occasions like the Ghat Pat, members of this sect recite hymns called ginans. This sect, which recites the Holy Du’a three times a day, emphasizes (*) walayah and taharah, or “guardianship” and “purity” among its seven pillars. Early members of this sect underwent a “period of concealment” to avoid Abbasid persecution. (10[1])The eldest son of Jafar-al-Sadiq (10[1])names this sect (-5[1])partly led by the Aga Khan, which once included the “Seveners.” For 10 points, the Nizaris are the largest branch of what sect of Shia Islam often contrasted with the Twelvers? ■END■ (10[1])

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