Imam Ali Holy Shrine raises black banner of sorrow to mark the Imam’s painful martyrdom

Imam Ali Holy Shrine has 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 martyrdom anniversary, amid the presence of officials and a number of employees.

Secretary-General of the shrine said in his speech, “We raise the banner of sorrow to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, peace be upon him.

This banner also represents consolation, covenant and loyalty to his blessed biography.”

He added, “The Commander of the Faithful was a great school; 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 asceticism and that martyrdom is a victory.”