Great ceremony

Great ceremony held in Tehran as long as 10 kilometres

TEHRAN – People from all walks of life gathered on streets across the nation on Tuesday to celebrate Eid al-Ghadir - the day on which Imam Ali (AS), the first Imam of the Shia, was appointed as successor to Prophet Muhammad (S).

Father’s Day: Iranian museums offer free admission on Jan. 25

TEHRAN – Entry to cultural heritage sites and museums will be free on January 25, which marks the National Father’s and Men’s Day on the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS).

By Samaneh Aboutalebi

Portrayal of Ashura through the lens of Iranian cinema: Part 5

TEHRAN – TV series based on religious themes, particularly Ashura event, are produced annually with various directors. 

Qadr night observed

People from all walks of life observe Qadr night (the 23rd of the fasting month of Ramadan) in Imamzadeh Saleh in Tehran, on April 13.

“The Candle of Bayt al-Mal”, Ruholamin’s new artwork honors Imam Ali’s martyrdom anniversary 

TEHRAN – Iranian artist Hassan Ruholamin has commemorated the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Ali (AS) with his new canvas entitled “The Candle of Bayt al-Mal”.

Folios of rare Quran manuscripts on view at Tehran exhibit

TEHRAN – Folios of two rare Quran manuscripts are on display in an exhibition at Tehran’s Malek National Library and Museum, to commemorate the birthday anniversary of Imam Ali (AS), the first Imam of Shia Muslims, CHTN reported on Sunday.

Qadr Night observed in Tehran

Communal praying and recitations of the Holy Quran were held at Tehran’s Sharif University on Qadr Night - the 21st day of the holy month of Ramadan, which fell on April 23 this year.