Dar-e ‘Abbas is an Islamic Shia Center [Imambargah] located in Metro Atlanta and southern Gwinnett County on Lawrenceville Hwy. The Imambargah is owned and operated by Anjuman-e-Ghamkhwaran-e-Abbas Islamic, Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Saheb-e-Biyaz of Anjuman-e-Ghamkhwaran-e-Abbas, Syed Ali Zia Rizvi is one of our Trustees. The name Dar-e ‘Abbas means “The Door of Abbas” in the Persian language, a reference to the Valiant Muslim Hero Abbas Bin Ali Bin Abu Talib A.S. Our congregation adheres to the Asna Ashari Shia tradition of Islam in remembrance of the family of Prophet Muhammad Mustafa PBUH [Ahle-Bait] and the descendants of His Daughter Fatimah Zahra A.S. The property is owned and operated by Anjuman-e-Ghamkhwaran-e-Abbas (AS) and is located at 5064-5074 Lawrenceville Hwy, Lilburn, GA 30047. We also have the distinct honor of opening the first Muslim Shia Cemetery in North America, Shabih-e-Jannat-Ul-Baqi.
In this regard, we hold weekly recitations of the “Hadees-e-Kisa” [The Account of the Blanket] and Programs commemorating Ahle-Bait’s Lives, Sacrifices, and Devotion to God. Additionally, we also hold Majalis [solemn gatherings] to commemorate the Shahadat of Masumeen, and Jashans [joyous gatherings] to celebrate Eids and Births of Masoomeen. Our services are primarily held in Urdu, but English lectures and services are delivered on certain occasions and on requests. Arabic is used for many rituals. In addition, we have a Saturday Madrasah [School] for children taught primarily in English. The School is called DAISY [Dar-e ‘Abbas Islamic School for Youth]. The school’s curriculum covers such topics as Islamic history, laws, values, and recitation of the Holy Quran. Our mission is to provide Azadars [worshipers and followers of Prophet Muhammad PBUH and Ahle-Bait] a place for Azadari [practice of Azadars’ beliefs] in an effort to give pursa [condolence] to Masooma-e-Alam Bibi Fatima Zehra SA, the Daughter of our Holy Prophet Muhammad PBUH.
Our community has grown greatly through the years, so we are very eager and excited to see how the future will unfold for Dar-e ‘Abbas. In striving for the best possible future for our community, we welcome novel ideas while still honoring the integrity of our tradition. It is our hope to not only be a faithful part of the international Islamic Shia community but also an integral and engaged component of the Atlanta milieu and American culture at large, InshaAllah [God willing].
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE:
Five Trustees – As of August 14, 2024
Syed Wasi Hyder Zaidi (Founder & CEO) – Elected in 2021 for 7 years
Hasan Afroz Mirza (Founder & CFO) – Elected in 2021 for 7 years
Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi (Founder) – Elected in 2021 for 5 years
Syed Ali Zia Rizvi (Founder & Secretary) – Elected in 2024 for 7 years
Syed Qamar Iqbal (Agent) – Elected in 2024 for 7 years
Note: The AGA Trustees have staggered tenures, as mentioned in the 4th Amendment of the Constitution. Trustee elections are held every 2 years. After the 4th Amendment, in 2021 Syed Wasi Hyder Zaidi and Hasan Afroz Mirza were elected for 7 years, Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi was elected for 5 year, Syed Ali Zia Rizvi and Syed Qamar Iqbal were elected for 3 years. In early 2024, Syed Ali Zia Rizvi and Syed Qamar Iqbal were reelected for 7 years. In 2026 Syed Sajjad Haider Zaidi’s tenure will end, and the Trustee elected then will also be elected for the tenure of 7 years. This way, from 2026 all the 5 trustees will have a staggered tenure of 7 years each.
Organizing Committee – Elected For 2 Years (February 2024 to February 2026)
President: Syed Safdar Ali Abedi
General Secretary: Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah Kazmi
Finance Secretary: Syed Ali Jabran Zaidi
Communication Secretary: Syed Jaffar Shah
Joint Secretary: Syed Akbar Ali