5 Things to Know About Karbala, Iraq
Discover the history and spiritual significance of Karbala - from the Battle of Karbala and Imam Hussain’s (as) shrine to the Arbaeen Walk, the world’s largest peaceful gathering.
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What Made Imam Ridha (as) One of Islam’s Greatest Scholars?
Discover why Imam al-Ridha (as) is regarded as one of Islam's greatest scholars, and how his legacy of knowledge, wisdom, and compassion continues to inspire Muslims today.
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How the Prophet Muhammad (saww) Built a Society Through Knowledge
Discover how the Prophet Muhammad (saww) built a society through knowledge, faith, and learning, and how you can continue his legacy by supporting education with The Zahra Trust.
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Why Back to School Matters: Giving Every Child the Opportunity to Learn
Discover why back to school matters and how your support can help vulnerable children access education, build brighter futures, and start the school year with hope and dignity.
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Five ways to live the values of Karbala every day
The story of Karbala is one we remember every Muharram, but its lessons are not meant to be confined to a single month. The sacrifice of Imam Hussain…
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Seven ways to keep the message of Karbala alive throughout the year
The story of Karbala is remembered every year through mourning, majalis, acts of worship and the journey of Arbaeen. However, the message of Imam Hussain (as) is not…
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What makes Arbaeen different from any other gathering?
Every year, the world witnesses one of its largest annual peaceful gatherings. Yet unlike sporting events, festivals, or celebrations, the millions who gather for Arbaeen are united by…
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The significance of Ziyarat Arbaeen
Every year, on the twentieth of Safar, millions of believers commemorate Arbaeen, marking forty days since the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (as) in Karbala. For many, it is…
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Five reasons why millions continue to walk to Karbala
Every year, millions of people from around the world make an extraordinary journey on foot to Karbala. For some, the walk lasts several days. For others, it spans…
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