Ahlulbayt Occasions
Holy shrines in Iraq covered in black to commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Al-Jawad
June 6, 2024
Holy shrines in Iraq covered in black to commemorate martyrdom anniversary of Imam Al-Jawad
The holy shrines of Imam Hussein and Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas, peace be upon them, have been covered in black in commemoration of the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad, peace be upon him. Shia Waves correspondent in Holy Karbala reported…
Iraq: Husseini Rituals and Processions Department begins preparations for Holy Arba’een Pilgrimage
June 4, 2024
Iraq: Husseini Rituals and Processions Department begins preparations for Holy Arba’een Pilgrimage
The Department of Rituals, Processions, and Husseini Mawakib in Iraq and the Islamic World, affiliated to Imam Hussein and Al-Abbas Holy Shrines, held a meeting in the presence of representatives of the Husseini Mawakib in Babylon in preparation for the…
Holy Najaf prepares to host millions of pilgrims on blessed Eid al-Ghadir
June 4, 2024
Holy Najaf prepares to host millions of pilgrims on blessed Eid al-Ghadir
The Imam Ali Holy Shrine has begun extensive discussions and preparations for the blessed Ghadir Pilgrimage, which marks the Great Eid of God and the renewal of allegiance to Imam Ali, peace be upon him. The holy shrine said on…
Anger erupts in Bahrain over orders to obtain permits before visiting holy shrines
June 4, 2024
Anger erupts in Bahrain over orders to obtain permits before visiting holy shrines
Bahraini clerics and human rights activists have strongly opposed what they describe as an unjust imposition on citizens to obtain official permits before traveling to visit holy shrines in Iraq, Syria, and Iran, deeming it an illegitimate and unlawful political…
Holy Khadimiya raises banners of mourning over holy domes to mark Imam al-Jawad’s martyrdom
June 4, 2024
Holy Khadimiya raises banners of mourning over holy domes to mark Imam al-Jawad’s martyrdom
The Khadimiya Holy Shrine has raised the black banners of mourning atop holy domes on the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad Jawad, peace be upon him. Shia Waves correspondent in Baghdad reported that a large crowd of believers participated…
Holy Shrine of Sayyeda Zainab sees expansion due to record number of pilgrims
June 2, 2024
Holy Shrine of Sayyeda Zainab sees expansion due to record number of pilgrims
The Holy Shrine of Sayyeda Zainab, peace be upon her, in Damascus, Syria is being expanded to accommodate the increasing numbers of pilgrims during annual pilgrimages of Ahlulbayt, peace be upon them. Engineer Ahmed Taher, the supervisor of the expansion…
Al-Kadhimiya Holy Shrine announces readiness to receive mourners on Imam al-Jawad’s martyrdom
June 2, 2024
Al-Kadhimiya Holy Shrine announces readiness to receive mourners on Imam al-Jawad’s martyrdom
The Kadhimiya Holy Shrine has announced its full readiness to receive mourners on the anniversary of the martyrdom of Imam Muhammad al-Jawad, peace be upon him, which falls on the last day of the month of Dhu al-Qa’dah. Black banners…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine launches its 3rd annual forum: “Hussaini Preachers and Missionaries”
May 29, 2024
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine launches its 3rd annual forum: “Hussaini Preachers and Missionaries”
In preparation for the instructive and mourning ceremonies during months of Muharram and Safar, the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine has launched its 3rd Annual Forum for Hussaini Preachers and Missionaries, titled “The Hussaini Pulpit: A Timeless School”. Sheikh Karar al-Khafaji,…
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine announces preparations for Arafa pilgrimage
May 27, 2024
Imam Hussein Holy Shrine announces preparations for Arafa pilgrimage
The Field Medical Center for Mass Gathering Medicine at Safeer al-Husseini Hospital, one of the medical centres affiliated to Imam Hussein Holy Shrine, has announced its readiness to provide medical services to pilgrims during the upcoming Arafa pilgrimage. The director…
Iraq: Husseini Rituals and Processions Department begins preparations for months of Muharram and Safar
May 26, 2024
Iraq: Husseini Rituals and Processions Department begins preparations for months of Muharram and Safar
The Department of Rituals and Hussaini Processions in Iraq and the Islamic World has announced the commencement of its early preparations for the months of sorrow, Muharram and Safar. In a press statement followed by Shia Waves Agency, the Assistant…