Yazd to hold over 100 rituals for Imam Hussein (AS)

The Iranian city of Yazd is set to host over one hundred religious rituals during the lunar months of Muharram and Safar to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein (AS), grandson of the Prophet Mohammed (PBUP).

As a major destination for many domestic and foreign tourists during the months of Muharram and Safar, Yazd annually hosts many rituals and special mourning ceremonies performed by local citizens.

The mourning ceremonies reach their climax on the ninth and the tenth days of Muharram (Tasua and Ashura) when tourists flock to the city to witness the grandeur of the rituals.

This year, special mourning programs are planned to be held to get (foreign) tourists familiar with religious ceremonies held during these two months, especially on the days of Tasua and Ashura.

Visitors can witness various ceremonies such as Tazieh, Persian passion play inspired by tragic and epic events of Karbala, and Sineh-Zani (chest beating).

Today, the life of Imam Hussein (AS) is honored by millions across the world while the account of his enemies is nearly lost in oblivion.

The story of Imam Hussein (AS) also tells us that the majority is not always right. Even if the army of truth is small in number, it still is grand in what it stands for.

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