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Photos: Sidelines of the opening ceremony of the 6th International Arbaeen Pilgrimage Scientific Seminar (Part 1)
The 6th International Arbaeen Pilgrimage Scientific Seminar was started by the Karbala Center for Studies and Research in cooperation with Iraqi institutions and universities. The theme of the 6th scientific and international seminar of Arbaeen Pilgrimage is “Arbaeen; perseverance on the path, the sign of identity”. The opening ceremony of the Seminar was held on the Friday morning, September 23, 2022, in the Khatam al-Anbiya Hall of the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein (a.s.) in Karbala. The ceremony was attended by many Shiite and Sunni scholars, presidents of Iraqi universities, scholars and writers, administrative and military officials, tribal sheikhs, managers of scientific-research institutions, and a group of educated women.
Photos: Sidelines of the opening ceremony of the 6th International Arbaeen Pilgrimage Scientific Seminar (Part 2)
The 6th International Arbaeen Pilgrimage Scientific Seminar was started by the Karbala Center for Studies and Research in cooperation with Iraqi institutions and universities. The theme of the 6th scientific and international seminar of Arbaeen Pilgrimage is “Arbaeen; perseverance on the path, the sign of identity”. The opening ceremony of the Seminar was held on the Friday morning, September 23, 2022, in the Khatam al-Anbiya Hall of the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussein (a.s.) in Karbala. The ceremony was attended by many Shiite and Sunni scholars, presidents of Iraqi universities, scholars and writers, administrative and military officials, tribal sheikhs, managers of scientific-research institutions, and a group of educated women.
Photos: Photo exhibition of the Call of Al-Aqsa Mowkeb on the way of the Arbaeen pilgrimage
On the way of Arbaeen pilgrims from Najaf to Karbala, Call of Al-Aqsa Mowkeb set up an exhibition on the struggles of the Palestinian people.
AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly expressed condolences on demise of Dr. Ebrahim Al-Tawati
In a message, AhlulBayt (a.s.) World Assembly expressed condolences on demise of Ebrahim Tawati, a prominent Algerian scholar.
The account of Mexican Muslim lady of the Arbaeen Great Walk
A Mexican Muslim lady said that Arbaeen is the embodiment of the most beautiful images of humanity.
Arbaeen pilgrimage became a symbol of Shiism: Sayed Riyaz Hakim
The professor of Najaf seminary said, “Every ummah and nation needs a symbol and rituals that brings unity. Now the Arbaeen pilgrimage has become a symbol for Shiism.”
Arbaeen Pilgrims should confront western propaganda, corrupt movements: Al-Abayeji
The Secretary General of the Holy Shrine of Imam Hussain (a.s.) stated, “The presence of millions of pilgrims in the Arbaeen Walk is the answer to the call of the Imam as he said, “Is there anyone who can help me”.”
West planning, conspiring to corrupt ethics, change the Muslims’ minds: Al-Qurayshi
The director of the 6th International Arbaeen Pilgrimage Scientific Seminar stated, “Arbaeen pilgrimage is not just crying and mourning for the sufferings of AhlulBayt (a.s.), rather it is a school that teaches us freedom, independence and resistance.”
Iraqi universities help Arbaeen pilgrims in various sectors: President of Karbala University
The president of the University of Karbala stated, “Iraqi universities help pilgrims in various fields, including transporting pilgrims from the borders to Karbala, and serving in Mowkebs and establishing aid and medical stations.”
For eighth consecutive year, ABNA to cover the pilgrimage walk to Najaf on demise of Prophet (p.b.u.h)
According to an old tradition, on the anniversary of the passing away of the Holy Prophet (p.b.u.h), the people of Iraq go to Najaf to express their condolences to Imam Ali (a.s.), the successor and son-in-law of the Prophet.
Photos: Walking procession on the Arbaeen of Imam Hussain (a.s.) in Cologne, Germany
During Arbaeen of Imam Hussain (a.s.), a walk was held in Cologne, Germany, with the presence of the Imam’s enthusiasts.
Photos: Photo exhibition of the martyrs of Najaf seminary and the holy shrine of Imam Ali (a.s.)
Over the past half century, many Iraqis sacrificed and martyred in the fight against the Saddam regime, then in the war against the American invaders, and recently in the battle against the ISIS terrorist group. The Najaf branch of the Iraq Martyrs Foundation (affiliated to the Prime Minister’s Office) using the opportunity of the Arbaeen of Imam Hussain (a.s.), set up a photo exhibition of the martyrs of the Najaf Seminary and the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (a.s.) on the main Najaf-Karbala Road (known as Tariq Ya Hussain).