Believers worldwide celebrate Eid al-Ghadir

Shia Muslims worldwide are celebrating Eid al-Ghadir. It is a day when the Prophet of Islam appointed Ali ibn Abi Talib as his successor and Muslims’ next leader. The auspicious day marks the designation of Imam Ali as the successor to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Millions of Muslims in Iran commemorate Eid al-Adha, Mina crush

The occasion, which falls on the 10th day of the lunar calendar month of Dhu al-Hijjah every year, was marked by saying prayers, sacrificing livestock and serving the meat to the needy.

Al-Adha means offerings sacrifice for the sake of Allah, Imam Khomeini explained

According to Imam, the Hajj pilgrimage is at the heart of Divine teachings from which one must seek the content of Islam's policy in all aspects of living.

Why did Imam explain Hajj pilgrimage underlying philosophies?

In annual Hajj message, leader says interests of Islamic Ummah lie in unity

In his annual Hajj message on Tuesday, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei stressed the unity among Muslim Ummah

Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage begins amid Saudi restrictions

The annual Muslim Hajj pilgrimage has begun with only a small number of worshipers this year, as Saudi Arabia has barred international pilgrims from entering the kingdom due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Imam Reza (PBUH) shrine is visited by nearly 30 million people annually

The shrine of Imam Reza (peace be upon him) is visited by nearly 30 million people annually, making Mashhad one of the biggest pilgrimage destinations in the world and the holiest spot in Iran.

Imam Khomeini’s holy mausoleum turns into religious and academic activities

Imam Khomeini’s holy mausoleum is located to the south of Tehran in the Behesht-e Zahra (Paradise of Zahra) cemetery.