WANA (August 06) – This morning, Tuesday, August 6th, Seyyed Majid Mirahmadi, Head of Iran’s Central Arbaeen Committee, inaugurated the mission for the Arbaeen pilgrimage.

 

In his speech, he honored the memory of Ayatollah Raisi, recognizing him as a passionate advocate for this significant event. He highlighted Ayatollah Raisi’s role in implementing the leadership’s directives regarding the grand procession.

 

Mirahmadi noted that this year’s Arbaeen will be held under unique circumstances, pointing to the heightened violence by the Zionist regime, which has resulted in the martyrdom of over 40,000 Palestinians.

 

He continued by emphasizing that Arbaeen Hussaini (AS), following the spirit of Ashura, serves as a global congress of Shia Muslims and a declaration of readiness to combat adversaries.

 

He remarked that this phenomenon remains incomprehensible to the enemies attempting to instill fear about Arbaeen this year. However, Mirahmadi affirmed that, by divine grace, the pilgrims will participate more gloriously than ever under the slogan “Arbaeen: The Path to Al-Aqsa.”

 

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Arbaeen, a significant religious observance in the Islamic calendar, is commemorated 40 days after Ashura, the day marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his companions in the Battle of Karbala.

 

The day holds both historical and social importance. Historically, visiting Imam Hussein’s shrine in Karbala on this day is considered highly meritorious, with the first pilgrim being Jabir ibn Abdullah al-Ansari.

 

Socially, Arbaeen has evolved into a massive religious gathering, drawing millions from around the globe to march towards Karbala. This pilgrimage symbolizes unity and love for Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his values of justice and resistance against oppression.

 

The journey from Najaf to Karbala spans approximately 80 kilometers, with pilgrims receiving extensive services and hospitality along the route. The event is seen as a powerful symbol of resistance against injustice and a defense of truth and justice.

Iranian people walk as they commemorate Arbaeen and cool off under water sprinklers, in southern Tehran, Iran September 6, 2023. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)

Iranian people walk as they commemorate Arbaeen and cool off under water sprinklers, in southern Tehran, Iran September 6, 2023. Majid Asgaripour/WANA (West Asia News Agency)