University of Basrah Raises the Hussaini Banner to Mark the Beginning of the Holy Month of Muharram
The Presidency of the University of Basrah, in cooperation with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, organized the ceremonial raising of the Holy Hussaini Banner to mark the beginning of the holy month of Muharram and to commemorate the tragic event of Karbala.
In his address during the ceremony, the University President, Dr. Muhannad Jawad Kadhim Al-Asadi, stated: “This blessed occasion has become an annual tradition that the University proudly upholds. On the first day of Muharram each year, the University of Basrah is honored to raise the Hussaini Banner on its campus, reaffirming its commitment to the values and principles for which Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) rose and drawing inspiration from the lessons and ideals that continue to illuminate the path of generations toward knowledge, learning, and service to society.”
For his part, Fadhel Awz, a member of the Board of Directors of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, praised the University of Basrah, emphasizing that its mission extends beyond education and scientific research to encompass the promotion of humanitarian, ethical, and national values, foremost among them the principles of reform, tolerance, dignity, and altruism embodied by the revolution of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) in its most exemplary form.
He added: “On this occasion, we extend our sincere appreciation to the University of Basrah for its significant efforts in commemorating the Hussaini rituals and promoting the authentic values of Islamic culture.”
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