Ismaili

Ismailis are the second-largest branch of Shi'a Islam, following the line of Imamat through Imam Ismail ibn Jafar and his descendants. They emphasize the esoteric (batin) interpretation of religion alongside its exoteric (zahir) aspects, the necessity of a living, present Imam, and the harmony of faith and reason. Major groups include Nizaris and Mustalis.