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 reminded Hajj pilgrims of their duties, mission

Imam Khomeini shed light on various perspectives of Eid Ghadir

According to Imam Khomeini, the sacred event of al- Ghadir is the continuation of the prophet’s mission and the torch-bearer of monotheism, which shows the dignity of honorable prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) progeny.

Imam Khomeini underscored socio-political perspectives of Hajj

Here are some important reminders to the Hajj pilgrims, which must be reiterated, though they have been said time and again through Imam Khomeini works and historic messages.

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 converge on Mecca for hajj

Muslims can also perform the Umrah or Lesser Pilgrimage during the rest of the year, but that is no substitute for the obligatory rituals, known as Tumattu Pilgrimage.

Qatar blocking flights to Mecca, Saudi Arabia claims

The flag carrier Saudi Arabian Airlines claims one of its airliners has been prevented from touching down at Hamad International Airport in Doha.

A group of pilgrims from Azerbaijan pay tribute at Imam Khomeini's shrine