313 Programs to Be Held on Imam Zaman Birth Anniversary in Tehran

(Ahlul Bayt News Agency) - On the occasion of Sha’aban Festival, 313 programs will be held by the art-cultural centers affiliated to Tehran Municipality.  According to a report by the municipality’s Art-Cultural Organization, the programs include 35 exhibitions, 18 competitions, 65 forums, 24 art performances, and 37 tours.  The Entezar (awaiting the savior) Festival, forum on “The Savior in Nahj-ol-Balaqa”, and a book reading contest with the theme of Entezar are also among the programs.  Nimeh Sha’aban is the 15th day of the month of Sha’aban on the Hijri lunar calendar which marks the birth anniversary of Imam Zaman (may God hasten his glad advent). This year, the day falls on July 17./129