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Imam Reza Shrine holds Shaam-e Ghariban ritual
Spiritual ceremony of Imam Hossein’s (AS) Shaam-e Ghariban (literally translated as Evening of Strangers) was held in Imam Reza Shrine having Ayatollah Ahmad Marvi, Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi (AQR), and a number of provincial and national officials in attendance.
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Ashura Maqtal Khani ritual held at Imam Reza Shrine
Ashura’s traditional ritual of Maqtal Khani was held by Ayatollah Seyyed Ahmad Alamolhoda, Leader’s representative in Khorasan Razavi province, in Imam Reza Shrine on the tenth day of Muharram.
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Benefactors donate rosewater for Tasua, Ashura rituals
To mark the mourning days of Tasua and Ashura, a group of benefactors donated 1,500 kilograms of pure Kashan rosewater for perfuming the courtyards of Imam Reza Shrine. The fragrant offering was used to scent the sacred spaces during the peak of mourning ceremonies, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere for the thousands of pilgrims gathered to commemorate the sacrifices of Karbala.
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Ashura night sermon held at Imam Reza shrine
On Saturday night, July 5, 2025, the traditional Ashura night sermon – traditional Khotbeh Khani recitation ceremony – was held in Prophet’s Courtyard of Imam Reza shrine. The ceremony was attended by Ayat. Ahmad Marvi, the Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi, along with shrine servants and pilgrims. As part of this long-standing ritual, participants gathered to recite the special sermon of Ashura night, honoring the martyrdom of Imam Hussein and his companions.
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Tasua night atmosphere fills Imam Reza Shrine
On Friday evening, July 4, Imam Khomeini Portico of Imam Reza Shrine hosted the Tasua night mourning ceremony. The event featured a sermon by Ayat. Rashed Yazdi, drawing pilgrims into a night of spiritual reflection and remembrance for Hazrat Abbas (Imam Hussein’s brother) and the sacrifices of Karbala.
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Afghan Muslims hold mourning ceremony at Imam Reza Hussainiya
Large number of Shia Muslims from Afghanistan hold their traditional mourning ceremonies at the Hussainiya of Imam Reza Shrine coinciding with eighth night of Muharram on Thursday, July 3.
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Tasua night mourning held at Imam Reza Hussainiya
Tasua night mourning ceremony was held on Friday evening, July 4, at the Hussainiya of Imam Reza Shrine, featuring a sermon by Hoj. Mohsen Kazerooni.
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Imam Reza Shrine hosts West Asian women’s Ashura conference
Arabic-speaking scholars gather at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, northeast Iran, to honor the legacy of Hazrat Zeinab and women’s role in Islamic culture.
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Azeri-speaking women attend “Ashura Epic” mourning ceremony at Imam Reza Srine
Cultural gathering at Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, northeast Iran, highlights lessons of Karbala and women’s role in preserving Islamic values.
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Holy shrine holds "Abu Qurbah" ceremony for Arab pilgrims
Imam Reza Shrine's Office for Foreign Pilgrims' Affairs holds special ceremony of "Abu Qurbah" for Arabic-speaking pilgrims in Ghadir courtyard of the complex concurrent with seventh night of Muharram.
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Youth honor Hazrat Qassem in “Ahla Min al-Asal” ceremony at Imam Reza shrine
Teenagers gather at Imam Reza shrine, northeast Iran, with devotion and resolve, echoing the legacy of Karbala’s young martyr, Hazrat Qassem.
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“Ahla Min al-Asal” ceremony held at Imam Reza shrine
On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, the “Ahla Min al-Asal” ceremony was held at Imam Khomeini Portico of Imam Reza shrine. The event featured mourning rituals by teenage boys, inspired by the sacrifice of Hazrat Qassem ibn Hasan—the young martyr of Karbala—whose famous words, “Martyrdom is sweeter than honey,” gave the ceremony its name.
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Thousands gather at Imam Reza shrine to bid farewell to martyrs of Zionist aggression
Thousands of pilgrims gathered at Imam Reza shrine on the 1st night of Muharram to honor 13 martyrs of Israeli aggression in an emotionally charged farewell ceremony.
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Mourning flag raised at Imam Reza shrine as Muharram begins
Traditional “permission to mourn” ceremony ushers in season of grief and devotion as Muharram (the 1st month on the lunar Islamic calendar) commences.
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Imam Reza Shrine to hold special Muharram programs for international pilgrims
Imam Reza shrine will hold special Ashura-themed events to deepen spiritual connection for international pilgrims during the mourning month of Muharram.
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Imam Reza shrine holds traditional "Sala" ceremony on 1st day of Muharram
Imam Reza holy shrine’s servants have held traditional ceremony of Sala on the first day of Muharram, inviting people to mourn for Imam Hossein (AS) and his family.
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Imam Reza shrine hosts thousands of infants on 1st Friday of Muharram
Imam Reza holy shrine hosts thousands of infants and their mothers from around the country in the special ceremony of Hosseini infants on first Friday of Muharram to remember 6-month-old infant son of Imam Hussein (AS), Hazrat Ali Asghar (AS), who was mercilessly killed on the day of Ashura in the battle of Karbala in the year 680 AD.
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Spiritual ceremony of "Hosseini Infants" in Imam Reza shrine
Spiritual ceremony of "Hosseini Infants" was held with enthusiastic presence of mothers and infants coinciding with first Friday of Muharram, at Imam Khomeini portico of Imam Reza holy shrine on July 27, 2025
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Imam Reza Shrine commences mourning ritual for Muharram
The Muharram mourning inauguration ceremony was held on Thursday evening, June 26, at the Enghelab Courtyard of Imam Reza Shrine. The event was attended by Ayat. Ahmad Marvi, the Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi, along with a group of shrine servants. The ceremony marked the formal beginning of mourning rituals for the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the third Imam of Shia Muslims, observed annually during the first ten days of Muharram.
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Chandeliers of Imam Reza Shrine reflect spiritual radiance, sacred symbolism
Throughout Imam Reza shrine, magnificent chandeliers and lamps hang like stars in the sky, casting a unique glow that enhances the spiritual ambiance. These luminous ornaments symbolize divine light and guidance, leading the faithful along the path of belief. Each chandelier is crafted with precision and elegance, featuring intricate designs and delicate embellishments. Their radiant branches stretch upward like the outstretched hands of pilgrims, as if reaching toward the heavens in a silent plea for connection with divine light.
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Mashhad mourners bid farewell to martyrs of Zionist attacks
A massive funeral procession was held Friday, June 27, in Mashhad for the martyrs of the recent Israeli attacks. The ceremony began at Basij Square and continued toward Imam Reza Shrine, drawing a large crowd of faithful and revolutionary citizens. Participants carried the coffins of the martyrs while chanting slogans of solidarity and resistance, turning the event into a powerful display of national mourning and unity.
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Sewing workshop produces 13,000 infant outfits for Hosseini Infants ceremony
Coinciding with the month of Muharram and the mourning period for Imam Hussein, 13,000 infant garments were sewn at the sewing workshop of Imam Reza Shrine. The effort was carried out with the participation of female servants of the shrine in preparation for the Hosseini Infants Ceremony.
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National unity, key outcome of Iran-Israel conflict; today’s warfare is one of narratives: Custodian
Ayat. Marvi, the Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi (AQR) says Iran’s greatest victory lies in unprecedented solidarity, urges active role in post-war media battle.
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Fat’h-e Qarib analytical session held at Imam Reza shrine
The Fat’h-e Qarib (literally meaning 'Imminent Victgory') analytical and explanatory session was held on June 24 at Dar al-Rahmah Portico of Imam Reza Shrine. The event featured a keynote address by Ayat. Ahmad Marvi, the Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi.
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Islamic Research Foundation releases Persian copy of “Sacred Languages and Sacred Texts”
Newly translated work by the Islamic Research Foundation of Astan Quds Razavi (AQR) explores pre-Islamic religious texts, linguistic sanctity, and their relevance to Quranic studies.
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AQR reviews intl. research priorities, emphasizes practical applications
First session of Astan Quds Razavi’s international research group focuses on actionable studies and strategic planning.