Social perspectives of Shia theology in works of Imam Khomeini

Shia social theology in the works of Imam Khomeini (peace be upon him) examines religious-social views of the founder of Iran’s Islamic revolution. Those are religious views that note four organs meaning family, education, economy and rule and it seeks to define them and choose alternatives regarding progress and solving problems.

Various opinions about authorities of the guardian jurist

The theory of guardianship of the jurisprudent with respect to Shia jurisprudence is as old as religious jurisprudence. All famous jurisprudents have believed in that principle although a small number of them have not agreed on the choices that the guardian jurisprudent has had... Among the important parts of this thesis is explaining the views, thoughts and inventions of the revolution’s architecture his excellency Imam Khomeini (peace be upon him).

Millions of pilgrims honor Imam Hussein (PBUH) on Arba’een

The occasion, known as the world’s largest annual Muslim pilgrimage, comes 40 days after Ashura, the 10th day of the lunar calendar month of Muharram. Imam Hussein is a highly-venerated figure not only among Shia Mulims but also among Sunnis, Christians, and people of other faiths.

Millions of pilgrims converge on Karaba on eve of Arba’een

Iran has established camps along the paths leading to the border with Iraq to accommodate the pilgrims. Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has also set up a field hospital near one border crossing, and, as of Sunday, has provided medical services to at least 5,000 pilgrims.

Mourning ceremony at Imam Khomeini’s shrine on occasion of Arba’een which marks 40 days since the ...

How Arbaeen create unity among various, ethnic groups, sects and faiths?

Iranians honor 40 days after Ashura

Iranians from all walks of life mark the 40th day after the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH). Iranians honor 40 days after martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hossein (PBUH), the grandson of the holy prophet of Islam.

Millions of pilgrims from across world converging on holy Iraqi city of Karbala

Millions of black-clad pilgrims from across the world are converging on the holy Iraqi city of Karbala to commemorate the Day of Arba’een, which marks 40 days since the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shia Imam.