Millions of pilgrims marching toward Karbala ahead of Arba’een

Arba’een marks the anniversary of the 40th day following Ashura. This year the occasion falls on Thursday, November 09, and the commemoration ceremonies will last until the following evening.

Millions stage mourning ceremonies in commemoration of Ashura

The Battle of Karbala between a small group of supporters and relatives of Imam Hussein and a larger military detachment from the forces of the Umayyad caliph represents the war as one between good and evil.

Imam Khomeini underlined the philosophy of Hajj and Eid al-Adha

During the festivities of Eid al-Adha, Muslims pay tribute to Prophet Ibrahim’s submission to the divine order of sacrificing his son.

Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid al-Adha

The rituals constitute a high point in the Hajj rituals, which have been underway in holy city of Mecca since Wednesday.

Imam Khomeini advised believers to grab spiritual benefits of Arafah Day

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic interpreted such events on the Islamic calendar as signs of God and called it as an opportunity for correction and improvement of worldly and spiritual affairs.

Imam Khomeini detailed underlying philosophies of Hajj

Imam Khomeini, the late founder of the Islamic Republic pursued the revival of the Abrahamic and Mohammedan (PBUH) Hajj pilgrimage.

Imam Khomeini considered blessed night of Qadr as unique divine opportunity

Historical photo shows Imam Khomeini’s simple office in Najaf

This simple photo taken decades ago show simple office of Imam Khomeini, the leader of contemporary Muslim world, in holy city of Najaf.