Five facts about the world’s largest annual gathering
Every year, millions of people from around the world travel to Karbala, Iraq, to commemorate Arbaeen and honour the sacrifice of Imam Hussain (as). What began as a…
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The first pilgrim to Karbala: Jabir ibn Abdillah al-Ansari and the first Arba’een
Forty days after the tragedy of Karbala, one elderly companion began a journey that would become a symbol of love and devotion for generations. Jabir ibn Abdillah al-Ansari…
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The uprising that shook the Umayyads
The tragedy of Karbala was not limited to the events of 10 Muharram 61 AH. Although Imam Hussain (as), his family and his companions were martyred in one…
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The speech that exposed Yazid: Lady Zainab (sa) and the legacy of Karbala
They thought Karbala had ended. Imam Hussain (as) had been martyred. His companions had sacrificed everything for the sake of Allah (swt), and the surviving family of the…
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What did Imam Sajjad (as) say to Yazid?
After enduring the tragedy of Karbala, captivity, and unimaginable loss, Imam Zain al-Abideen (as) finally stood before Yazid (la) in Shaam with permission to speak. The family of…
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Why the name Sakina still moves hearts: Remembering Sayyida Sakina (sa) this Muharram
Some names carry more than history – they carry love, remembrance, and hope. For millions of believers around the world, the name Sayyida Sakina (sa) immediately recalls the…
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The legacy of Sayyida Sakina (sa) lives in every vulnerable child
The legacy of Sayyida Sakina (sa) continues to inspire hearts centuries after the tragedy of Karbala and the journey to Shaam. Her life has become a lasting symbol…
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What Karbala teaches us about caring for children
The tragedy of Karbala is remembered for its extraordinary sacrifice, unwavering faith, and steadfast commitment to truth. It is also remembered through the experiences of the children who…
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Why Imam Hassan (as) chose peace
The peace treaty of Imam Hassan (as) is often misunderstood by those who view it only through the lens of war and victory. Many ask why the grandson…
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