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The Crescent Moon of the month of Dhu al-Hijjah 1446 A.H.


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July 12, International Day of Hope- A Time to Renew Our Trust in Divine Mercy and a Better Future for Humanity

On July 12, the International Day of Hope reminds us to trust in God’s mercy and work for a just, compassionate future.

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From Srebrenica to Gaza: Honoring Memory, Pursuing Justice

On this solemn day, we honor the memory of those lost in the 1995 Srebrenica Genocide and call for justice—then and now.

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Martyrdom Anniversary of Imam Hussain ibn Ali (p), 1447 A.H.

On Ashura, we mourn the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (p)—a day of deep sorrow and remembrance. There are several recommended acts of worship to honor his sacred day.

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Who is Hussain?

Discover who Hussain ibn Ali was and why his stand for justice in Karbala still matters to all people—Muslim or not—today.

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Can I Buy a Car During Muharram?

Can you buy a car during Muharram if it’s a necessity, or does it go against the spirit of mourning for the Ahl al-Bayt (p)?

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Parliaments and Public Trust: An Islamic Perspective on the International Day of Parliamentarism

On Parliamentarism Day, explore Islam’s view on voting as a sacred trust and the moral duty of public leadership.

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I.M.A.M. Welcomes His Holiness Pope Leo XIV’s Call for Peace and Respect for International Law

I.M.A.M. welcomes Pope Leo XIV’s call for peace, justice, and respect for international law in the Middle East.

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The Crescent Moon of the Month of Muharram, 1447 A.H.

Friday, June 27th, 2025, will be the first day of Muharram 1447 A.H. for the entire region of North America.

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Ayatollah Sayyid Monir al-Khabbaz Meets Scholars in Dearborn

Ayatollah Monir al-Khabbaz met with local scholars in Dearborn to share guidance on preparing for Muharram, in a gathering hosted by I.M.A.M.

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