Imam Hossain

Hazrat Al-Abbass symbol of courage, loyalty, sacrifice

TEHRAN, Feb. 25 (MNA) – Shia Muslims and lovers of Holy Ahlul Bayt across the world are celebrating the auspicious birth anniversary of Hazrat Abul Fazl Al-Abbas (AS) who is considered as the symbol of courage, love, loyalty, and self-sacrifice.
2023-02-25 09:15
By: Mohammad Hasan Hayavi

Arbaeen pilgrims at Shalamcheh border

TEHRAN, Sep. 04 (MNA) – The number of pilgrims leaving Iran for Iraq is ever-increasing at the Shalamcheh border, while there are 13 days left to the Arbaeen ceremony; the largest religious gathering in the world.
2022-09-04 13:50
Pres. Raeisi:

Iran rev. inspires Palestinian, Yemeni youth bravery

TEHRAN, Aug. 08 (MNA) – While condemning Zionist regime criminal acts against Gaza residents, Iranian President Ebrahim Raeisi said bravery seen today among Palestinian resistance is inspired from Islamic Revolution in Iran.
2022-08-08 11:46
By: Seyyed Hossein Mirpour

Imam Reza shrine at birth anniversary of Imam Hussein

TEHRAN, Mar. 06 (MNA) – Razavi holy shrine welcomes pilgrims on the birth anniversary of the Third Imam of Shia Muslims, Imam Hussein (PBUH).
2022-03-06 23:00
By: Saeed Reza Razavi

Inauguration of art exhibition of Ashura mourning

TEHRAN, Sep. 26 (MNA) – On the occasion of Arabeen [ the anniversary of the 40th day of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH)], an exhibition has been mounted in Tehran showcasing artworks and items related to Muharram ceremonies.
2021-09-26 23:00
Iraqi Arbaeen pilgrims en route to Karbala

TEHRAN, Sep. 19 (MNA) – Pilgrims from different Iraqi provinces are heading to Karbala ahead of the Arbaeen, the anniversary of the 40th day of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his companions at the Battle of Karbala.
2021-09-19 14:11
Leader attends 2nd night of Muharram mourning ceremony

TEHRAN, Aug. 17 (MNA) – The 2nd night of the mourning ceremony of the third Shia Imam, Imam Hussein (PBUH) was held in the presence of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei in Imam Khomeini Hussainia.
2021-08-17 08:41
Ornamentation of Imam Ali's holy shrine on Sha'ban occasion

TEHRAN, Mar. 17 (MNA) – The holy shrine of Imam Ali (PBUH), the first Shia Imam, was ornamented with flowers on Tuesday on the eve of the auspicious days of Month of Sha’ban.
2021-03-17 14:02
VIDEO: Holy shrine of Imam Hussein(PBUH) on birth anniversary

TEHRAN, Mar. 17 (MNA) – On the eve of the auspicious days of Month of Sha’ban, holy shrine of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and holy shrine of Hazrat Abolfazl (PBUH) were ornamented with flowers.
2021-03-17 10:59
By: Taghva Sadat Heydari

Muharram mourning ceremony at Tehran’s Imam Hossein sq.

TEHRAN, Sep. 02 (MNA) – Hundreds of women convened at Imam Hossein square, downtown Tehran, on Tuesday noon to hold Muharram morning rituals. The ceremony was held with all health protocols in place.
2020-09-02 16:29
Leader attends 10th eve of Muharram mourning

TEHRAN, Aug. 31 (MNA) – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei participated in the Ashura mourning ceremony at Husseiniyeh of Imam Khomeini on Sunday night.
2020-08-31 08:50
Mourning month of Muharram in Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – Today marks the beginning of the lunar month of Muharram, which is of great significance for Shia Muslims.
2020-08-21 06:00
By: Iman Hamikhah

Preparations for Muharram across Iran

TEHRAN, Aug. 19 (MNA) – With the arrival of the Islamic month of Muharram, people across Iran prepare streets and thoroughfares of the city to mourn for Imam Hussein (AS), the grandson of Holy Prophet Mohammad (PBUH).
2020-08-19 11:24
VIDEO: Visiting Imam Reza holy shrine amid pandemic

TEHRAN, Jun. 30 (MNA) – Pilgrims must observe health protocols while visiting Imam Reza holy Shrine in order to avoid the spread of COVID-19.
2020-06-30 07:00