Ayatollah Arafi visits the family of Iranian martyr “Uncle Rajab”

Rasa – Ayatollah Arafi has paid a visit to the family of Iranian martyr, “Uncle Rajab” at his house in the holy city of Mashhad.

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Date: 18 August 2016 - 21:19

RNA – Ayatollah Ali-Reza Arafi, the head of the Iranian Seminaries, paid a visit to the family of Iranian martyr, Rajab Mohammadzadeh also known as “Uncle Rajab” at his house in the holy city of Mashhad, during which he said, “The martyrs have illuminated Iran and the world.”

Speaking at Uncle Rajab’s house, Ayatollah Arafi commemorated this great martyr and then pointed at the topic of promoting Shi’ism throughout the world and added, “The teachings of the Ahlul-Bayt are being promoted worldwide due to the sacrifices made by great figures like Uncle Rajab.”

Saying that before the Islamic Revolution of Iran, Shi’ism did not have any major influence in the world, and added, “Nowadays, people are enthusiastic to learn more about Shi’a teachings and principles.”

Ayatollah Arafi so added, “More than 50,000 students have graduated from al-Mustafa International University and are currently preaching the teachings of the Holy Ahlul-Bayt worldwide; it couldn’t have been done without the sacrifices made by our martyrs.”

Ayatollah Arafi then stressed on introducing Iranian martyrs to the younger generations.” We are indebted to these selfless personalities and must serve their cause and preserve their legacy.”

In conclusion, the head of the Islamic Seminary reiterated that Iranian martyrs have illuminated our country and beyond with their bright characters and added, “Following our martyrs’ path will guide our society to reach felicity and happiness.”

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