Community Corner
Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) observed with religious solemnity
A traditional procession was held on the occasion of Chehlum Imam Hussain Held in Chicago
In Chicago, Illinois, a traditional procession was held on the occasion of Chehlum Imam Hussain, which also included the Tazia. The mourners participating in the procession chanted and mourned.
On Sunday, September 1, 2024, processions were held in Devon Avenue Chicago on the occasion of Chehlum and the gatherings were held with great devotion and respect, in which homage was paid to the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain, the grandson of the Prophet of Islam, and his relatives. The Program Started at 2 p.m. Hundreds of people took part in the procession from East Devon Avenue, which passed through their designated routes. People from various organizations and associations gathered at Devon Avenue Chicago from where the procession converged and ended at Devon Bank Western Avenue. Women and elders joined in the procession respectfully, small children and women and girls took out the procession. At the center of attention, the girls were holding placards with slogans such as Hussain Zindabad, the end of evil, etc., and the importance of Islam. He said that the martyrdom of Imam Hussain was to achieve justice and establish justice. Today, the Muslim Ummah is suffering from chaos and backwardness. This is because the sincerity of Hazrat Hussain is no longer there. That the entire life of Nawasa Rasool is a torch for the whole world. On this occasion, the speakers expressed their impressions regarding Chehlum, they said that all people, regardless of religion and caste, joined the procession with devotion in Devon Avenue, Chicago. Political and social figures also participated in the procession today. Speakers said that Imam Hussain and his companions sacrificed their lives to raise the banner of truth. Muslims should unite for the truth and take practical steps to establish this, the grief of Imam Hussain's martyrdom is being celebrated with the same devotion even after fourteen years. According to Hazrat Ali's message, we all should raise our voice against cruel.
