Imam Reza
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African students, pilgrims at shrine for Imam Reza birthday celebrations
Astan Quds Razavi’s Management for Foreign Pilgrims’ Affairs has held celebrations for Imam Reza’s birth anniversary specifically for African students and pilgrims.
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Martyr Raeisi, an eternal role model for Iranian nation: IRGC commander-in-chief
Hossein Salami, commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) says martyr Raeisi was a tireless and loyal person during his lifetime in a way that he became an eternal role model for the Iranian nation after his martyrdom.
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Al-Mustafa Intl. University students celebrate birthday of Imam Reza (AS)
Coinciding auspicious days of the birth anniversary of Imam Reza (AS) and Karamat Ten-Day Celebrations, Astan Quds Razavi’s Deputy Office for Foreign Pilgrims’ Affairs holds a magnificent ceremony having 120 non-Iranian students from al-Mustafa International University (MIU) in attendance.
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Imam Reza (AS) birth celebrations on a world scale
Coordinated by Astan Quds Razavi’s Deputy Office for International Affairs and popular organizations in various countries, “Under the Shade of the Sun Caravans” are now holding various programs in different countries, says Mojtaba Mokhtari, CEO of Astan Quds Razavi’s Youth Institute.
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Question of Palestine key topic at Imam Reza Congress
A number of Iranian and foreign intellectuals review Question of Palestine and human dignity from Imam Reza’s point of view in a meeting at 6th International Congress of Imam Reza in Mashhad.
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Zahabiya treatise first Islamic medical and healthcare work
Astan Quds Razavi introduced Zahabiya treatise (Golden Treatise, aka Tibb al-Riza) as the first book on medicine and healthcare in Islam in a special ceremony at Malek National Library and Museum in Tehran on the occasion of Karamat Ten-Day Celebrations.
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Imam Reza Intl. Congress guests exchange views over spiritual perfection, better world: experts
A number of famous Iranian intellectuals and elites highlight important role of Islamic and Razavi teachings in driving mankind towards spiritual perfection and a better life during their lectures and discussions in the 6th Imam Reza International Congress underway in Mashhad.
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Justice for all, oppression for none; should become life guideline: President
Addressing participants at closing ceremony of the 6th International Congress of Imam Reza, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says justice for all, and oppression for none should become the guideline for our lives.
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Astronomy Repository of Razavi Museum, first science and technology museum in Iran
From telescopes, astrolabes, and compasses to celestial and geographical globes and different cameras, all are nestled in the display cases of the Astronomy Repository of Razavi Museum, captivating eager eyes of every visitor to this museum.
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Holy shrine holds Khotbeh Khani ceremony in memory of port blast victims
Coinciding with the second day of the Karamat Ten-Day Celebrations and in memory of the people who lost their lives in Shahid Rajaee Port explosion in Bandar Abbas, Imam Reza holy shrine’s servants hold Khotbeh Khani mourning ritual in Prophet Courtyard of the complex.
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Deputy UN high commissioner for refugees visits Imam Reza Shrine
The Deputy Representative of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency), Veton Orana, along with an international delegation, paid a visit to Imam Reza Shrine during a trip to Mashhad.
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Mahd al-Reza project warmly welcomed in three continents
Astan Quds Razavi’s Center for Quranic Affairs has received warm welcome over its Mahd al-Reza Quran teaching project by Muslims in Europe, North America and Asia, says Hoj. Seyyed Masoud Mirian, head of the center.
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AQR expands cultural cooperation with Khuzestan, develops intl. activities
Director of Astan Quds Razavi’s Management for Foreign Pilgrims’ Affairs, Hoj. Seyyed Mohammad Zolfaghari, has paid an official visit to Khuzestan province in a bid to strengthen cultural cooperation between AQR and Khuzestan province and expanding international activities of the holy complex.
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Iraqi minister of sports praises AQR sports facilities
Iraqi minister of sports Ahmed Mohammed Hussein Qasim Al-Mubarqa has praised Astan Quds Razavi's efforts in developing sports facilities in Mashhad during his visit to Imam Reza Stadium and his meeting with the CEO of Astan Quds Razavi’s Physical Education Institute.
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Sheikh Baha’i: A timeless role model for contemporary scholars
Head of the Sacred Shrines Social Studies Group at the Islamic Research Foundation of Astan Quds Razavi, highlighted Sheikh Baha’i as one of the most distinguished scholars of Islam and Shi’ism, praising him as an exemplary figure for modern intellectuals.
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Schoolchildren chant in support of Gaza in holy shrine
A large number of schoolchildren from across Mashhad chant in support of innocent people of Gaza in a gathering at Imam Reza holy shrine’s Quds courtyard.
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Under the Shade of the Sun Caravan; symbol of unity among Muslims
The popular Under the Shade of the Sun Caravan visiting various cities and countries has brought about proximity of Shia and Sunni Muslims, serving as a symbol of unity for the Islamic Ummah, says Ayatollah Mohsen Haidari, member of Iran’s Assembly of Experts in Mashhad.
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Imam Reza holy shrine’s central library preserves 175-year-old French book
Lead-printed 175-year-old French book of "History of Sultan Jalal al-Din Mangburni, Sultan of Khwarazm," is kept in the rare items section of the central library of Astan Quds Razavi, says Mohammad Reza Taziki, expert of the printed book repository of the center.
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Holy shrine’s programs for Ramadan, Nowrouz
Briefing media activists in a press conference at the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS), Reza Khorakian, senior director of Imam Reza shrine, announced programs for ongoing Ramadan and Nowrouz adding, the complex will host over four million pilgrims and visitors from around the world in upcoming New Year ceremonies.
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Uzbek Shia Muslims visit Imam Reza shrine
A caravan of Shia Muslims from Uzbekistan has paid a visit to Imam Reza shrine on the eve of holy month of Ramadan.
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Promotion of Quranic sciences, knowledge, AQR’s great vision
The Quranic capacities and achievements of Astan Quds Razavi (AQR) in scientific, educational, promotional, and dissemination fields have been presented in a session, with the guests from the 41st International Quran Competition of the Islamic Republic of Iran in attendance.
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Imam Reza Stadium example of Iran’s progress in developing sports infrastructure
Imam Reza Stadium shows Iran's remarkable progress in developing sports infrastructure following victory of the Islamic Revolution. Construction of this stadium, built based on international standards and with modern facilities, is a clear response to those who do not see this capability and potential in Iranian specialists.
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Submission deadline extended for 4th Intl. Congress on Imam Reza and Modern Sciences
The deadline for submitting papers to the 4th International Congress on Imam Reza and Modern Sciences has been extended to March 10, 2025.
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Imam Reza Intl. University backs AI, cardiovascular health tech
Imam Reza International University (IRIU) extends scientific support to the 1st International Congress on AI and Cardiovascular Health Technologies.
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Revival of Ahl al-Bayt teachings, key principle in internationalizing universities: AQR deputy
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the third level of Comprehensive School of Techniques and Tactics for Internationalization and Enhancing University Rankings held in Imam Reza International University, Hoj. Mostafa Faqih Esfandiari, Astan Quds Razavi deputy for international affair says one of the most important principles in internationalizing universities is paying attention to the revival of teachings of Ahl al-Bayt (AS).
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Modern-day power depends on technology
Science and technology have become a source of power in today's world, says Omid Rezaeifar, head of International Scientific Cooperation Center at the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology, adding that power in the world today depends upon technology.
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IRIU leading private universities in HCR category
According to the latest report from Elsevier in 2024, Imam Reza International University ranks first among private universities in Iran in terms of number of researchers in the world’s top two percent researchers, says Ghasem Sadeghi Bajestani, university’s deputy for research and technology.
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IRF releases 4,700 titles in four decades of history
The Islamic Research Foundation of Astan Quds Razavi was established in November 1984 at the directive of Ayatollah Tabasi (may he rest in peace), the late custodian of Imam Reza shrine, with the aim of promoting and publishing valuable works in the field of Islamic sciences and culture.
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Imam Reza shrine holds commemoration ceremony for renowned orator
Imam Reza holy shrine runs a special ceremony to commemorate renowned orator Hoj. Kazem Rashed Yazdi’s 50 years of religious and cultural services with Hoj. Ahmad Marvi, custodian of the holy shrine, and Ayatollah Mohammad Mohammadi Golpayegani, head of Leader Ayatollah Khamenei’s office, in attendance.
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Holy shrine turns black on Hazrat Fatima martyrdom
Imam Reza holy shrine’s flag and covering of the holy chamber turned black on the occasion of Hazrat Fatima’s martyrdom anniversary on Thursday, November 14, 2024.