Overview
The Pandiyat-i Jawanmardi, also known as the "Code of Chivalry," is a significant literary work attributed to Imam Shah Mustansir Bi'llah II, the twenty-first Ismaili Imam who reigned from 1242 to 1272 CE. This renowned collection of ethical guidelines embodies the principles of spiritual chivalry and moral conduct for the Ismaili community. The transmission of the Pandiyat-i Jawanmardi to South Asia played a crucial role in disseminating its teachings and shaping the socio-cultural fabric of the South Asian Ismaili community. The Pandiyat-i Jawanmardi, which translates to "Code of Chivalry," comprises a compilation of ethical precepts and advice on virtuous conduct. The text emphasizes the importance of moral values such as justice, compassion, humility, and loyalty. It encourages individuals to lead a life of integrity and righteousness, promoting harmony within society. This text is the concluding poem from the last part of the Pandiyat-i Jawanmardi.
- | Author: Jamshid R. Davis
- | Publisher: Lulu.Com
- | Publication Date: May 25, 2023
- | Number of Pages: 59 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Paperback
- | ISBN-10: 1312525908
- | ISBN-13: 9781312525900
