Ramadan
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Video: Quranic Teachings as a Guide for Human Life – Part 4: Upholding Justice
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Holy Quran regards justice as one of the most fundamental values of human and social life, calling individuals to fairness in speech, judgment, and conduct. In the Quranic perspective, justice is not merely an ethical principle; it is the standard by which personal and social relations are ordered — in adjudication, testimony, and the resolution of disputes.
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Photos: 33rd International Holy Quran Exhibition in Tehran
According to the AhlulBayt (a.s.) International News Agency — ABNA — the 33rd International Holy Quran Exhibition is currently underway from February 20 to March 6 at the main hall of the Imam Khomeini (RA) Mosalla in Tehran. The exhibition features 11 thematic sections and three marketplace sections, comprising a total of 70 sub‑categories across 14 subject areas.
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Muslims from 47 Nationalities Attend Iftar Event at Taipei Grand Mosque
More than 800 Muslims from 47 nationalities gathered for a communal iftar at Taipei Grand Mosque earlier this week.
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Sha‘baniyah Sermon: A Guide to Spiritual Conduct in Month of Ramadan — Parts 4
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Sha‘baniyah Sermon is one of the most beautiful and valuable ethical and doctrinal manifestos regarding the greatness and virtues of the blessed month of Ramadan. The Prophet of Islam (PBUH) delivered this sermon to his companions on the last Friday of Sha‘ban. Its main themes include honoring the month of Ramadan, caring for the needy, guarding one’s eyes, ears, and tongue, reciting the Qur’an, sending blessings upon the Prophet, remembering the Day of Judgment, and more. This sermon was narrated by Imam al‑Reza (a.s.) from Imam Ali (a.s.).
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Video: Quranic Teachings as a Guide for Human Life – Part Tree: Establishing Prayer
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Holy Quran — the book of guidance and a beacon for humanity — continually calls people to establish prayer and give Zakat, two acts of worship that form the firm pillars of spiritual and social life. In the Quranic worldview, prayer is not merely a personal ritual; it is a bridge to the Creator and a means of bringing order and meaning to one’s life. Zakāt, in turn, is an expression of inner purity and a clear sign of one’s sense of responsibility toward society.
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Pres. Pezeshkian Donates 50 Billion Rials to Free Indigent Prisoners
Masoud Pezeshkian has contributed 50 billion rials to support the release of financially distressed inmates.
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Photos: Religious Programs on Sixth of Ramadan at Chindawol, Kabul
AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): Religious programs on the sixth day of the holy month of Ramadan, like other days of the month, were held at the Chindawol Public Tekyeh mosque in Kabul. The programs included recitation of the Quran, explanation of Islamic rulings, congregational prayers, and a lecture delivered by Ayatollah Syed Mohsen Hojjat.
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Pakistani scholar: True fasting means restraining self, guarding against sin
The Secretary General of the Shia Ulema Council of Pakistan has emphasized that genuine fasting during the holy month of Ramadan goes far beyond abstaining from food and drink, describing it as a comprehensive spiritual discipline aimed at self-restraint and moral refinement.
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Photos: Nightly Ramadan Supplications in Kabul
According to the AhlulBayt (AS) International News Agency — ABNA — Shia Muslims and devotees of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) in Kabul spend the nights of the blessed month of Ramadan at the Hazrat Sahib al‑Zaman (a.s.) Mosque in the Afshar district, recited Ramadan supplications.
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Video: Quranic Teachings as a Guide for Human Life – Part Two: Gratitude
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Quran — a book of guidance and a blueprint for life — offers direction and solutions for every dimension of human existence. One of its most fundamental teachings is patience, a profound concept that, in Quranic logic, goes far beyond enduring hardships and suffering. It is an intentional way of living and a path toward growth and spiritual elevation. Patience in obedience and worship, patience in resisting the desires of the self, and patience in facing trials and difficulties all serve as foundations for spiritual refinement and human perfection. Through these forms of steadfastness, a person draws closer to inner tranquility and the salvation.
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Iranian Cleric: Ramadan a Golden Opportunity to Internalize, Live by Quran
A senior Iranian cleric has underscored the spiritual significance of the holy month of Ramadan, describing it as a unique opportunity not only to recite the Qur’an, but to translate its teachings into concrete action in daily life.
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World’s Largest Iftar Dinner Event Held in Beirut
Nearly 5,800 people gathered in Beirut for an iftar dinner to enter the country's name in the Guinness Book of World Records.
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Gaza bakery supports displaced families ahead of Ramadan Iftar
In the crowded al-Bureij Camp in central Gaza Strip, the rhythm of kneading and ovens hums steadily inside a small bakery serving thousands of displaced families.
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Over 100 Palestinians detained in West Bank since Ramadan began
The Israeli army has detained more than 100 Palestinians across the occupied West Bank since the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, a Palestinian rights group said Sunday.
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Young man fatally stabbed outside mosque in central England during holy month of Ramadan
UK police have launched a murder investigation after a young man was stabbed to death outside a mosque in England's West Midlands during celebrations of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
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Sha‘baniyah Sermon: A Guide to Spiritual Conduct in Month of Ramadan — Parts 3
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Sha‘baniyah Sermon is one of the most beautiful and valuable ethical and doctrinal manifestos regarding the greatness and virtues of the blessed month of Ramadan. The Prophet of Islam (PBUH) delivered this sermon to his companions on the last Friday of Sha‘ban. Its main themes include honoring the month of Ramadan, caring for the needy, guarding one’s eyes, ears, and tongue, reciting the Qur’an, sending blessings upon the Prophet, remembering the Day of Judgment, and more. This sermon was narrated by Imam al‑Reza (a.s.) from Imam Ali (a.s.).
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Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Imamzadeh Yahya in Afghanistan
According to the AhlulBayt (a..) International News Agency (ABNA), coinciding with the blessed days of the holy month of Ramadan, Shiites and devotees of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) in Sar-e Pol Province gather daily at the shrine of Imamzadeh Yahya to recite one juz’ (section) of the Holy Quran.
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Photos: Quran Exegesis Sessions Held by Head of Shia Community of Ghana During Ramadan
According to the AhlulBayt (a..) News Agency (ABNA), on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, a group of Shiites and followers of the AhlulBayt (a.s.) in Ghana regularly attend daily Quran interpretation (tafsir) sessions presented by Sheikh Kamaluddin, head of the country’s Shia community.
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Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Imam Reza Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: A Qur’an recitation ceremony for the holy month of Ramadan was held at the Goharshad Courtyard of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (a.s.) in Mashhad, attended by top national reciters and people from various segments of society.
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Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Shah Abdul-Azim Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: Qur’an recitation ceremony for the holy month of Ramadan was held at the Imam Ali Prayer Hall in the shrine of Abdul Azim al-Hasani in the city of Rey, attended by leading national reciters and people from various walks of life.
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Prayer Room Opens at Philippines House of Representatives
In a move that officially recognizes the religious identity of Muslims in the Philippines, the House of Representatives, one of the country’s most important legislative bodies, has acquired a permanent prayer room.
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Ramadan lights illuminate Frankfurt city center with community participation
The city of Frankfurt has once again illuminated its city center to mark the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, in a ceremony attended by representatives of the local Muslim community.
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Hundreds gather in New York’s Times Square for Ramadan iftar, prayers
Hundreds of Muslims gathered in New York’s Times Square for iftar and Taraweeh prayers on Friday night, with 1,500 free meals distributed at Broadway and Seventh Avenue.
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Tanzania Welcomes Ramadan with Grand Quranic Gathering
In a vibrant display of spirituality, unity, and hope, Tanzania hosted a major Quranic event to mark the arrival of the holy month of Ramadan, emphasizing the central role of the Quran in guiding individual lives and fostering social cohesion.
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Supreme Leader’s Representative: Ramadan Strengthens Faith, Unity, and Spiritual Renewal
Hojatol islam Abdulmajid Hakim Illahi, the representative of the Supreme Leader in India, has described the holy month of Ramadan as a unique opportunity for spiritual purification, strengthening ties with the Ahlul Bayt, and fostering unity and solidarity within the Muslim community.
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Video: Quranic Teachings as a Guide for Human Life – Part One: Patience and Steadfastness
AhlulBayt News Agency: The Quran — a book of guidance and a blueprint for life — offers direction and solutions for every dimension of human existence. One of its most fundamental teachings is patience, a profound concept that, in Quranic logic, goes far beyond enduring hardships and suffering. It is an intentional way of living and a path toward growth and spiritual elevation. Patience in obedience and worship, patience in resisting the desires of the self, and patience in facing trials and difficulties all serve as foundations for spiritual refinement and human perfection. Through these forms of steadfastness, a person draws closer to inner tranquility and the salvation.
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Photos: Beginning of Ramadan in Islamic Countries
AhlulBayt News Agency: Islamic countries began fasting for the blessed month of Ramadan on Wednesday and Thursday (February 18 and 19), depending on the sighting of the crescent moon or astronomical calculations. Muslims across the world welcomed this blessed month by attending mosques, participating in crescent‑sighting ceremonies, and engaging in Ramadan‑related activities, including special markets and local traditions.
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Photos: Quran Recitation Ceremony at Hazrat Masoumeh Holy Shrine
AhlulBayt News Agency: The recitation ceremony of the Holy Quran was held on Friday (February 20, 2026), coinciding with the beginning of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the Imam Khomeini (RA) Hall of the Holy Shrine of Lady Fatima Masoumeh (s.a.). The event was attended by pilgrims and residents of the shrine. This daily ceremony will continue until the end of the holy month.
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Two Ramadan Programs Produced at Islamic Center of England
The Islamic Center of England has taken a new step in strengthening the spiritual connection with its audience in the month of Ramadan 2026 by producing and broadcasting two special programs.
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33rd International Holy Quran Exhibition kicks off in Tehran
The 33rd International Holy Quran Exhibition officially opened on Saturday at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini Mosalla, with Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Abbas Saleh Shariati attending the inauguration ceremony.