Int’l Poetry Festival Held in Iraq on Occasion of Holy Prophet’s Birthday
It was held by the Astan (custodianship) of Imam Ali (AS) holy shrine at the mausoleum’s Hazrat Zahra (SA) courtyard, the website of the Astan reported.
Poets from different Arab countries, including Iraq, Egypt and Tunisia, as well as senior scholars, authors and religious and cultural figures attended the program.
The participating poets recited their poems in praise of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) at the cultural event.
It also included eulogy recitations by the Astan’s singing group in commendation of the last messenger of God.
The 17th day of Rabi al-Awwal, which fell on October 13 this year, is believed by Shia Muslims to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH).
Sunni Muslims, meanwhile, regard the 12th day of the month (Sunday, October 9) as the birthday of the last prophet.
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