In the Wake of the Fatimi March
Representative of His Eminence Grand Ayatollah Al-NAjafy Inspects Service of Camps in Najaf to Welcome Mourners
15/11/2024
His Eminence Sheikh Ali Al-Najafy, the representative of the His Eminence, Grand Religious Authority Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir Al-Najafy (may Allah prolong his life), inspected the final preparations of the service prepartions and Husseini organizations spread across Najaf Governorate. These camps provide food, drink, and lodging to visitors who have arrived from various Iraqi provinces to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima Al-Zahra (peace be upon her), according to the second narration. The annual march begins from the office of His Eminence, Grand Religious Authority Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir Al-Najafy (may Allah prolong his life) who leads the crowds toward the shrine of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) to offer condolences.
During his inspection, Sheikh Ali Al-Najafy reviewed the services being provided, offering logistical support and facilitation to those managing the pavilions. He conveyed the greetings and prayers of His Eminence, Grand Religious Authority Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir Al-Najafy (may Allah prolong his life) to all and praised their efforts in reviving this sacred occasion. He expressed hope for Lady Fatima Al-Zahra’s (peace be upon her) intercession in reward for their service and dedication.
The camps organizers expressed their gratitude for the support and care provided by the office of the His Eminence, Grand Religious Authority Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir Al-Najafy (may Allah prolong his life). Sheikh Mohammed Zahid, the head of the "Ahrar of Najaf" camp, expressed his profound appreciation for the continuous support, emphasizing the camp's yearly provision of food and drink to mourners over two days. He prayed for the health and well-being of His Eminence, Grand Religious Authority Ayatollah Sheikh Bashir Al-Najafy (may Allah prolong his life).
Similarly, the head of the "Najaf Al-Ashraf camp" highlighted the annual tradition of offering food to the visitors of Imam Ali (peace be upon him) who come from inside and outside Iraq to mark this solemn occasion. This practice is carried out according to the second narration, with the participation of the Eminent Marja’, along with scholars and students of the religious seminary.
Haj Khudair Al-Jamali, head of the "Imam Al-Ridha camp" in the City of Pilgrims, added that preparations had begun days in advance to ensure food and drink for visitors. He commended the role of the Marja’s office and Sheikh Ali Al-Najafy’s field visits to the pavilions.
Haj Kamil Jabreen emphasized that the camp holders eagerly await this annual occasion to serve and commemorate. He expressed his gratitude for the support provided by the Marja’s office, a sentiment echoed by Sayyid Hadi Al-Maamouri, head of the "Jumhoor Al-Madina Street Pavilion," who prayed for the Marja’s health and well-being.
Haj Sadiq Sharar Haider, head of the "Zuhoor Al-Hujjah Pavilion," noted that his camp has consistently served mourners during the martyrdom anniversary of Lady Fatima Al-Zahra (peace be upon her). He thanked Sheikh Ali Al-Najafy for visiting their camp, which continues to provide vital services during this solemn occasion.