Religion
Latest Religions and Faiths News in Iran – Iran is a predominantly Shiite Muslim country, with significant minorities of many other faiths. News and opinions related to religious issues can be found here.
The uprising of Karbala won’t be forgotten; Islam is a religion of compassion
The Chief of Staff of the Supreme Leader says IS terrorists and their American and Israeli masters pose the gravest threat to the Muslim faith.
Number of Karbala pilgrims to hit new record in Arba’een
Iraqi officials say they expect the number of pilgrims flocking to the holy city of Karbala for Arba’een to hit 20 million.
Imam Hussein lovers en route to Karbala ahead of Arba’een
Imam Hussein lovers are en route to Karbala, Iraq with some pilgrims being stranded in the roads leading to his holy shrine due to overcrowding.
Eminent Christian leader urges an end to foreign support for terrorists in Syria
The Orthodox Bishop of Halab, Yohanna Al-Asher Yazji, has appealed to foreign supporters of terrorists in Syria to end their inhumane acts.
Leave your shoes and preconceptions outside before coming in
The Rockhampton Mosque in Queensland, Australia opened its doors to visitors of all ages and beliefs on an Open Mosque Day to promote mutual understanding and tolerance.
A disabled devotee en-route to Karbala on all fours
A disabled Iraqi man sets out, on all fours, on a 300 km trip to attend a Shiite ceremony in Karbala.
Imam of al-Azhar invited Iranian scholar to anti-terrorism conference
A distinguished lecturer at Qom Seminary is to deliver a speech on ‘Respect for difference, diversity and coexistence’ at a global conference on the fight against terrorism in Cairo.
Rafsanjani warns Islamic countries against impact of discord
“Islamic scholars are duty-bound to prevent ignorance from spreading to Islamic communities,” said Chairman of the State Expediency Council Hashemi Rafsanjani.
Iran owes its independence to Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili
Seyyed Hossein Nasr, a George Washington University professor, credits Sheikh Safi al-Din Ardabili for the independence Iran enjoys today.
A distorted Koranic application appears in Apple and Samsung app stores
A distorted Koranic application in the app stores of Apple and Samsung draws Muslim anger.
VP Underlines Respect for All Faiths in Iran
Vice-President for Legal Affairs Elham Aminzadeh underscored that Iran treats people of different religions with respect.
Shia Muslims hold rituals to mark Karbala tragedy
Millions of Shia Muslims around the world annually commemorate the great tragedy of Karbala with various forms of traditional ceremonies.
Isfahan is a model of peaceful coexistence among followers of divine faiths
The spiritual leader of the World Armenians says Isfahan is a fine example of how followers of divine religions can coexist peacefully.
Christians in Isfahan celebrate the 350th anniversary of a famous church
A service is held in Isfahan to mark the 350th anniversary of a very old place of worship.
A sentence that should not be carried out
Top Shiite clerics in Iran speak up against the death sentence handed down by a Saudi court against Saudi cleric, Nimr al-Nimr.
Propagation of extremist Shiism is backed by the US: Leader’s Advisor
The Leader's IRGC representative says Wahhabism, a secular version of Islam promoted by Turkey and extremist Shiism are the kinds of Islam the US supports.
Unlike Salafism, Ijtihad explores new responses to recent questions
The grandson of Imam Khomeini says Ijtihad is the act of building on old principles to find new answers to new questions; those who believe new questions have old answers are stuck in the past.
Shia Muslims celebrate Eid Al-Ghadeer
Millions of Muslims have commemorated the Eid al-Ghadeer, celebrating the occasion of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) appointing Imam Ali (PBUH) as his successor.
Pope Francis is an IS target: Iraqi ambassador to Vatican
An Iraqi diplomat says an attempt on Pope Francis’ life by ISIL is likely.
Islam promotes compassion rather than violence
A former president says that Iranians, inspired by the Muslim faith, are all for friendship and compassion rather than violence.
Ayatollah Al-Sistani’s stance will go down in history
The Italian premier says history will commit Ayatollah Al-Sistani’s benevolent stance to its memory.
Researcher claims Noah has been laid to rest in Nahavand, Iran
Dr. Afrasiabpour says he has compelling evidence that the grave of Noah is located in Nahavand, western Iran.
60 Years of Pilgrimage Visits to Saint Thaddeus Monastery, Iran
Up to 7,000 Christians get together for the 60th anniversary of regular yearly visits to Saint Thaddeus Monastery or Ghara Kelisa in northwestern Iran.
History in a Slaughterhouse Called Ossification
An Iranian jurist looks into the historical aspects of the assassination of a Muslim caliph.
Graves of Jewish martyrs in Tehran renovated
Martyrs’ Foundation of the Islamic Revolution gives a face-lift to the graves of Jewish martyrs in Tehran.
