In a post on his X account on Saturday, Araqchi praised Iranian physicians and healthcare workers for their unwavering dedication despite hardships and inhumane sanctions, noting that they have always been ready to sacrifice for the sake of…
Category: 6. Culture
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Life of Imam Reza (AS) in a glimpse
Ali ibn Musa al-Rida, also known as Imam Reza, was a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the eighth Imam in Twelver Shia Islam, succeeding his father, Imam Musa al-Kazim (AS).
The Martyrdom of Imam Reza is observed every year on the…
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How Persian polymath Ibn Sina bridged civilizations and inspired scholars in West
By Humaira Ahad
By the age of 10, Abu Ali al-Husayn ibn Abd-Allah ibn Hassan ibn Ali ibn Sina, known in the West as Avicenna, had memorised the Holy Qur’an and mastered Arabic literature.
By 18, he was already a…
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Conference at Imam Reza Shrine Highlights Islamic Unity, Condemns Zionist Aggression – Society/Culture news
A conference titled “Prophet Muhammad: Epitome of Ummah’s Unity and Strength” was held at Imam Reza Shrine on August 21 in Quds Hall.
The event was attended by Ayatollah Ahmad Marvi, Custodian of Astan Quds Razavi (AQR), alongside a number of…
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Mehr News Agency – Cultural mukib of Imam Reza (AS) in shrine city of Mashhad
TEHRAN, Aug. 22 (MNA) – The “Iran of Imam Reza (AS)” cultural mukib, was set up in Qibla porch of the holy shrine concurrent with the last days of the month of Safar and martyrdom anniversary of Eighth Imam of Shia Muslims.
Mukibs provide free…
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Al-Aqsa remembered: Day to protect mosques worldwide
TEHRAN, Aug. 21 (MNA) – Mosques, as houses of worship and community centers, should serve as beacons of guidance, promoting understanding and cooperation among people of all faiths and backgrounds.
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Kafka’s letters to his sister, parents published in Persian
TEHRAN – The Persian translation of the book “Letters to Ottla and the Family,” which is a collection of Franz Kafka’s letters to his sister Ottla as well as some letters to his parents Julie and Hermann Kafka, has been released in the…
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Iranian film, juror to participate in DMZ International Documentary Film Festival in South Korea
TEHRAN – The documentary “Cutting Through Rocks,” directed by Iranian filmmakers Sara Khaki and Mohammadreza Eyni will compete in the 17th DMZ International Documentary Film Festival, set to be held from September 11 to 17 in Gyeonggi,…
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Leader offers condolences on demise of prominent figures
TEHRAN, Aug. 20 (MNA) – The Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khameneihas offered condolences on the demise of prominent artist Mahmoud Farshchian and economist Ahmad Tavakoli.
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Leader offers condolences on demise of two prominent figures
In two separate messages issued on Wednesday, Ayatollah Khamenei expressed condolences over the passing of prominent and renowned artist Mahmoud Farshchian, who was named the master of Persian miniature painting and passed away on Saturday August…
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