Millions flock to Karbala to commemorate Ashura Day

Millions of people from across the world on Saturday flocked to the holy Iraqi city of Karbala to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hossein (AS), the third Shia Imam and the grandson of Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him).

Imam Khomeini: We should keep the Islamic traditions and these blessed Islamic processions to ...

Sahifeh- ye- Imam, V 15, P 287

Imam Khomeini called Muharram the month of sacrifice.

Eid Ghadir, Eid of masculinity and justice.

Imam Khomeini: The Iranian pilgrims are required to note that they are departing for Hajj from a ...

Sahifeh-ye-Imam. V 16, P 437

Imam Khomeini: It is necessary that the pilgrims learn from the ‘ulamā’ the rules of Hajj.

Sahifeh-ye-Imam. V 16, P 437

Historical background of 15th of Khordad uprising

The demonstrations of June 5, 1963, known as 15th of Khordad Uprising, were the public protest against the arrest of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1963.

Lebanese cleric says Imam Khomeini fostered 'spirit of brotherhood' to help oppressed nations