The holy courtyard of Imam Hussain (peace be upon him) witnessed on Thursday, 11 December 2025, the opening of the 4th International Kawthar al-Ismah Cultural Festival, organized by the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine in commemoration of the birth anniversary of Lady Fatima al-Zahra (peace be upon her). The ceremony was attended by a number of religious and academic figures from Iraq and abroad.
Ali Kazem Sultan, head of the festival’s preparatory committee, told The Official website that “the 4th International Kawthar al-Ismah Festival is being held under the theme ‘Fatima al-Zahra (peace be upon her), the School of Prophetic Virtues,’” noting that “the festival will run for four days and includes numerous activities. This year’s edition is distinguished by significant participation from women scholars and figures representing more than 20 countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Arab world.”
He explained that “the festival features a wide range of events, including the opening of an art exhibition dedicated to Lady al-Zahra (peace be upon her), followed by research sessions involving members of the seminary, academic panels, and sessions for women participants.”
Sultan added that “the women’s sessions will be held at Al-Zahra University and Al-Sibtain University to expand the festival’s reach beyond the physical boundaries of the Imam Hussain Shrine. Additional activities and celebrations will take place at several universities, including the University of Karbala and the University of Technology in Baghdad. On Saturday, the festival will also host the Takleef Ceremony for more than 1,000 girls reaching religious responsibility age.”
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