Religious Authority

Muslims Commemorate Passing of Lady Fatimah bint Asad, Mother of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) ———————————— Muslims commemorated on the 23rd of Safar the anniversary of the passing of Lady Fatimah bint Asad (may Allah’s mercy be upon her),…

Arbaeen Pilgrimage: A Global Spiritual Journey Embodying the Values of Sacrifice, Freedom and Justice ——————————————- Every year during the month of Safar, millions of pilgrims make their way toward the holy city of Karbala to commemorate the Arbaeen of Imam…

Academic Calls to Expand Research on the Scientific and Cultural Dimensions of Arbaeen Pilgrimage ————————————– Iraqi academics and researchers have called for greater investment in the scientific, cultural, and civilizational aspects of the Arbaeen pilgrimage of Imam Hussein (peace be…

WHO Highlights Arbaeen Pilgrimage as One of World’s Largest Annual Gatherings, Continues Support for Iraq’s Health Preparedness ———————————————- The World Health Organization (WHO) has reaffirmed its continued support for Iraq’s health sector during the Arbaeen pilgrimage season, describing the event…

Grand Ayatollah Shirazi Calls for Freedom of Husseini Rituals, Warns Against Obstructing Arbaeen Pilgrims ——————————– Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi has emphasized that the visitation of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) and Husseini rituals should not be subjected…

Extensive Religious Guidance, Public Outreach Activities by Seminary Scholars’ Procession in Karbala and Najaf–Karbala Route ————————————— During the Arbaeen pilgrimage season, religious scholars’ processions and centers have established dedicated stations across various locations to provide cultural, educational, and religious guidance…

Grand Ayatollah Shirazi Highlights Spiritual Status of Arba’een Pilgrims ——————————————— Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi has emphasized the distinguished spiritual status of those who visit Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), particularly the pilgrims participating in the Arba’een pilgrimage,…

Grand Ayatollah Shirazi: Arbaeen Pilgrimage Continues to Grow Despite Attempts to Restrict It —————————— Grand Ayatollah Sayyed Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi has said that the Arbaeen pilgrimage of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) continues to expand and gain greater prominence…

Al-Azhar Scholar Says Touching Shrines of Ahl al-Bayt Is Permissible and Reflects Love, Not Worship ——————————– Dr. Yousri Jabr, a scholar affiliated with Al-Azhar, has stated that touching and seeking blessings from the shrines of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon…

Grand Ayatollah Shirazi: Arbaeen Pilgrimage Is a Path of Reform, Piety That Extends Throughout Believer’s Life ——————————————– The Supreme Religious Authority, Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sadiq al-Husseini al-Shirazi, has issued a series of recommendations to the pilgrims and those serving during…