The Arbaeen Walk is considered to be the largest religious rally in the world. Millions of people come from all box of life, from all around the world, to commemorate a historic event, which has not state back in the history. After centuries it is present in the lives of people and every year the message of Karbala through Arbaeen Walk is spread all around the world.
In this 2-3 days of walk, people not only walk, they think about the concept behind the story of Imam Hussain and it’s very good to get our inspirations from Arbaeen itself. The Ziyarat of Arbaeen, which has been narrated in reliable sources, is a good source of inspiration. Here we make note of some of the points from the Ziyarat of Arbaeen, as some food for thought.
Returning back to the holy land of Karbala, Berak Hussain, a Registered Psychotherapist, explores how this special pilgrimage impacts the psychological well-being and mental health of the pilgrims interviewing them during the Arbaeen visitation.
Presented By: Berak Hussain Directed By: S. Mostafa S. Rezazadeh Produced By: Islamic Research and Information Center (IRIC)
🔸 The Shia community, the followers of Ahlulbayt (PBUT), for centuries have commemorated the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (PBUH). As long as this was contained in their communities, it was not very much questioned, why Shia Muslims mourn and weep for him. But now people all around the world ask an important question, a question which is necessary even for Shia communities to ask themselves.
🔹 What’s the logic of commemoration of Imam Hussain (PBUH) after all these years? Is it only a ceremonial thing? Is it only living up a tradition? Is it something similar to traditional rituals that every community have? Is it part of the social identity that I want to attach my self? Or is it part of my development? What are the reasons behind the commemoration of Imam Hussain (PBUH)?