Arbaeen: A Great Exhibition of Faith and Divine Civilization

Arbaeen is a unique event of faith, sacrifice, and solidarity that is shaped not by dry economic logic but by divine love and belief, breaking through national and cultural borders. This event presents a model of a true civilization to the world.

Each year, with the arrival of Arbaeen, millions of pilgrims from all over the world, despite the scorching heat and difficult journey, walk for miles to reach the shrine of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him). This massive movement is neither the result of official government planning nor can it be explained by the logic of material profit and loss.

At the heart of this event, the endless passion of the pilgrims intertwines with the extraordinary generosity of the Iraqi hosts. From the first days of the month of Safar until after Arbaeen, the people of Iraq provide their homes, shops, and meager resources to the pilgrims without expecting anything in return. They work day and night in the burning heat to serve their guests, setting up tables where everyone can sit without any conditions. In today’s world, where human relationships are often based on personal gain, this behavior is a rare and admirable sight.

This sacrifice and hospitality are a continuation of the same Ashura logic that relies on divine values, not on material calculations. In the Husseini culture, “giving” is superior to “having,” and generosity and service are part of individual and social identity. This spirit is ingrained in the hearts of the people from childhood, and the result is the scenes witnessed during Arbaeen: people who open their hearts and homes to millions of individuals.

In Arbaeen, the concept of “civilization” takes on a meaning beyond skyscrapers and technology. As news sources report, true civilization is rooted in moral values and collective behavior. This event breaks down artificial political and cultural borders and reminds us that Shiites are united and Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) is the axis of their unity. If this spirit also flows into other social and economic arenas, it has the potential to form the foundation for the independence and progress of the Shiites.

This report adds that Arbaeen is more than just a religious ceremony; it is a global asset that can bring Muslims together, share experiences, and provide a new model of cooperation and progress. Along this path, the quality of services improves every year, and people learn from each other. Most importantly, Arbaeen is an opportunity for the spiritual and moral reconstruction of societies, an opportunity that can lay the foundation for a divine and sustainable civilization.