This year, Mashhad has once again become a global symbol of unity and service during the Karamat Ten-Day Celebrations — a city where its walls breathe hospitality and hearts trace paths toward the heavens.
On the eve of Imam Reza’s birth anniversary, service caravans established under the aegis of his devoted servants from across the country have brought a renewed spirit to the pilgrimage atmosphere.
Among them, caravans from Iraq, Turkey, and Syria stand out with their notable presence, setting up pilgrims’ service stations, otherwise known as Mukibs.
Haj Nazer, a servant of Ahl al-Bayt from Najaf, has been a guest of the shrine for years during the occasions of Imam Reza’s birth and martyrdom.
He recounts his first experience of service, saying, “I was first invited to the shrine’s teahouse by a friend. The moment I served, I felt Imam Reza’s grace deep within me. Since then, in every visit, he himself opens the way for me.”
Now, years later, he continues to serve—both in the teahouse and through service stations surrounding the shrine, offering aid to pilgrims.
He describes the atmosphere of service in Iran as unparalleled, praising its orderly and respectful coordination, especially in health measures. With hopeful anticipation, he shares his message to all Iranian pilgrims: “Pray for the reappearance of the Awaited One [Imam Mahdi]”.
Alongside his caravan, several other international service caravans have also arrived, offering cultural programs and hospitality to visitors. Without name or title, yet with deep devotion and ardor, they have journeyed to Mashhad to partake in the radiant generosity of Imam Reza.

As Mashhad, northeast Iran, radiates with light and grace, pilgrims from across Iran and the world prepare for the birth anniversary of Imam Reza, the 8th Shia Imam. Alongside Imam Reza Shrine, Ayat. Vaez Tabasi pedestrian path has become a scene of devoted service, mirroring the luminous presence of the sacred tomb.
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