Muslims around the world commemorate Arba’een, the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of the third Shia Imam Hossein (AS) amid coronavirus-related restrictions placed by Iraq on the number of foreign pilgrims.
Thursday, October 08, 2020 10:18
A great significance had been attached to this day because the Ahlul-Bayt reached the land of Karbala on this day and performed pilgrimage to the holy shrines of Imam Hussein (PBUH) and his 72 companion who gave their life for the cause of Islam.
Wednesday, October 07, 2020 10:59
Saudi authorities have partially resumed the year-round Umrah pilgrimage after a seven-month hiatus over the coronavirus pandemic, allowing a limited number of people to perform the rituals in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina with strict observance of health protocols.
Sunday, October 04, 2020 01:51
Millions of Muslims, wearing gloves and face masks, have marked the martyrdom anniversary of the third Shia Imam on Ashura, one of the largest Muslim gatherings since the COVID-19 pandemic started.
Sunday, August 30, 2020 09:52
The occasion, which falls on the 10th day of the lunar calendar month of Dhu al-Hijjah every year, was marked by saying prayers, sacrificing livestock and serving the meat to the needy.
Friday, July 31, 2020 11:23
According to Imam, the Hajj pilgrimage is at the heart of Divine teachings from which one must seek the content of Islam's policy in all aspects of living.
Thursday, July 30, 2020 12:34
The annual Muslim Hajj pilgrimage has begun with only a small number of worshipers this year, as Saudi Arabia has barred international pilgrims from entering the kingdom due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Wednesday, July 29, 2020 08:43
The shrine of Imam Reza (peace be upon him) is visited by nearly 30 million people annually, making Mashhad one of the biggest pilgrimage destinations in the world and the holiest spot in Iran.
Friday, July 03, 2020 10:22