Holy Shrines
Shia Muslims mourn martyrdom anniversary of Eighth Imam
November 8, 2018
Shia Muslims mourn martyrdom anniversary of Eighth Imam
Millions of Shia Muslims from around the world attended mourning processions to mark the martyrdom anniversary of the eighth Shia Imam, Imam Ali Ibn Musa al-Ridha, peace be upon him. Millions of Shia Muslims from around the world attended…
World Muslims mourn passing anniversary of Holy Prophet (PBUH) martyrdom
November 7, 2018
World Muslims mourn passing anniversary of Holy Prophet (PBUH) martyrdom
The 28th day of the month of Safar (the second month in the lunar Hijri calendar) marks the martyrdom of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as well as Imam Hassan (AS), the second Shia Imam. The 28th day of the…
Millions of mourners in Karbala to mark Arbaeen
October 31, 2018
Millions of mourners in Karbala to mark Arbaeen
Millions of pilgrims from across the world are in Iraq’s holy city of Karbala to mark 40 days since the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad. Millions of pilgrims from across the world are in…
Dining facility of Imam Hussain Shrine intensifies efforts to serve Arbaeen pilgrims
October 28, 2018
Dining facility of Imam Hussain Shrine intensifies efforts to serve Arbaeen pilgrims
The dining facility of the Imam Hussain Shrine has stated that they have intensified efforts to provide more Arbaeen pilgrims with food as they are making a pilgrimage to Imam Hussein, peace be upon him. The dining facility of…
Missing Persons Center of Imam Ali Shrine opens more centers
October 24, 2018
Missing Persons Center of Imam Ali Shrine opens more centers
For the Arbaeen pilgrimage, the Missing Persons Center of the Imam Ali Shrine has set a program that ensures taking the lost and found people home after 24 hours. For the Arbaeen pilgrimage, the Missing Persons Center of the…
Pilgrims begin their march with visiting Imam Ali Holy Shrine + Photos
October 24, 2018
Pilgrims begin their march with visiting Imam Ali Holy Shrine + Photos
Millions of pilgrims are taking part in the annual Arbaeen march in Iraq, many of them beginning the journey on feet from the holy city of Najaf. Millions of pilgrims are taking part in the annual Arbaeen march in…
Preaching project of Arbaeen Pilgrimage
October 22, 2018
Preaching project of Arbaeen Pilgrimage
The Department of Religious Affairs at the al-Abbas Holy Shrine has launched its preaching project prepared for the pilgrims heading to commemorate the Arbaeen Pilgrimage at Karbala’s holy shrines. A large number of seminary lecturers were dispersed among stations along…
Peaceful-coexistence pact signed in Mosul – sponsored by Imam Hussain Shrine
October 21, 2018
Peaceful-coexistence pact signed in Mosul – sponsored by Imam Hussain Shrine
In cooperation with Sanad For Peace Organization, the delegation of the Imam Hussein Shrine has held a workshop in the city of Mosul to support and discuss a cooperation pact in terms of confronting social challenges and committing to the…
Resting places planned for Arbaeen pilgrims
October 18, 2018
Resting places planned for Arbaeen pilgrims
The Dar-ol-Quran affiliated to Imam Ali holy shrine announced that it is ready to implement resting places for Arbaeen pilgrims in Basra Province, Iraq. The Dar-ol-Quran affiliated to Imam Ali holy shrine announced that it is ready to implement…
Muslims in Islamic and non-Islamic countries mark Lady Ruqaiya martyrdom anniversary
October 16, 2018
Muslims in Islamic and non-Islamic countries mark Lady Ruqaiya martyrdom anniversary
Holy shrines in Iraq, Syria, and Iran in addition to mosques, Husseiniyahs, and Islamic Centers in Islamic and non-Islamic countries are marking the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Ruqaiya, peace be upon her. Holy shrines in Iraq, Syria, and Iran…