Why it matters:
The annual Muharram processions are a central expression of Shi’a Muslim devotion and a reaffirmation of solidarity, sacrifice, and resistance against oppression. In countries like Kuwait with significant multicultural Shi’a communities, such gatherings also symbolize unity and shared spiritual heritage across borders.
What he’s saying:
Hajjat-ul-Islam Syed Muhammad Askari Zaidi, speaking to the mourners highlighted the enduring message of Imam Hussain (AS) as a universal symbol of justice, faith, and resistance. He praised the active participation of regional communities in preserving the spirit of Karbala through sincere mourning and reflection.
The big picture:
Participants from Iranian, Pakistani, Afghan, and Indian communities expressed their deep sorrow over the tragedy of Karbala and showcased their cultural mourning traditions. Many paid tribute by carrying symbolic relics and reciting elegies specific to their linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
- Ashura processions are being held in Kuwait during the first ten days of Muharram, particularly at the Umm Salma (AS) seminary in Rumaithiya.
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