Banner of sadness raised in Imam Ali Holy Shrine in memory of his painful martyrdom

The Imam Ali Holy Shrine yesterday, Wednesday, raised the black banner of sorrow over the holy shrine of the Commander of the Faithful, peace be upon him, on the occasion of his painful martyrdom anniversary.

The Secretary-General of the Holy Shrine said in his a speech followed by Shia Waves Agency, “We raise the banner of sorrow to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, peace be upon him.”

He added “The Commander of the Faithful was a great school, and from his life we learn mercy, love and sacrifice; we learn Islam as a religion, doctrine and stance; we learn to always say the truth whenever, wherever and to whoever; we learn that martyrdom is a victory.”

It should be mentioned that scholars, officials and large numbers of believers attended this annual ceremony to repledge their commitment to their Imam.