Ayatollah Khamenei

“Express and explain Alavid doctrines to people in Muharram as these doctrines are the very authentic Qur’anic and Islamic teachings.”

(15th June 1993)

Ayatollah Khamenei

“Certainly, compared to other Muslim societies, one of the most important advantages of the Shiite society is the commemoration of Ashura Day.”

(6th June 1994)

Ayatollah Khamenei

“People must appreciate mourning ceremonies for Imam Hussein’s (Peace Be upon Him) martyrdom in order to create a spiritual connection to Imam Hussein (Peace Be upon Him), family of the Prophet (Peace Be upon Him), Islam and the Holy Qur’an.”

(6th June 1994)

Ayatollah Khamenei

“The blessed commemoration of Imam Hussein (Peace Be upon Him) is one of the greatest blessings bestowed by God for our Shiite Society i.e. mourning for this Imam in Muharram.”

(6th June 1994)