Astan Quds Razavi
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Hezbollah: US’ foolish sanctions against Astan Quds Razavi desecration to Islam
“It seems that US Secretary of state’s level of madness and hatred have been considerably increasing as the presidential term (of Donald Trump) is coming to an end
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AQR to turn holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) into a hub of innovation
Mohammad Mahdi Baradaran, the senior director of the holy shrine, explained the details of the programs saying, “Imam Reza (AS) is believed to be the learned offspring of the Prophet’s household.
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Foreign pilgrims welcome AQR programs in cyberspace
Although coronavirus pandemic restrictions have prevented personal visits to the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS), it has provided an opportunity for Astan Quds Razavi to develop programs in cyberspace.
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AQR appreciates services of health martyrs, defenders
Astan Quds Razavi has held a special ceremony to pay tribute to the services of health martyrs and defenders on the eve of Hazrat Zeinab (SA) birth anniversary in the presence of AQR’s deputy chief custodian Mostafa Khaksar Qahroudi.
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People should be transparently kept abreast of AQR’s measures and performance
Public trust is the most valuable asset for Astan Quds Razavi, says chief custodian Hoj. Ahmad Marvi while underscoring the need for transparency in publicizing the organization’s measures, performance and financial matters.
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Arbaeen specialized database launches in AQR digital library
Astan Quds Razavi announced the launch of Arbaeen specialized base in order to publish teachings attributed to Imam Hussein (AS) in cyberspace and to help researchers in retrieving information resources related to this subject.
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AQR intensifies sanitary measures in the holy shrine
Astan Quds Razavi has announced the intensification of sanitary measures in the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) during the mourning programs of the last ten days of the month of Safar.
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Safety of pilgrims priority of AQR: Chief custodian
Maintaining safety of all Razavi pilgrims is one of the first priorities of Astan Quds Razavi, said Hoj. Ahmad Marvi AQR chief custodian in a meeting with the personnel of Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine’s fire station.
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AQR launches first rural digital library in the country
Upon the efforts of Astan Quds Razavi, the first and most comprehensive rural digital library across the country has started work in the village of Mohammadabad, Tabas.
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Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine should be a center for Holy Quran: chief custodian
Astan Quds Razavi has planned to turn Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine into a center for training reciters, memorizers and interpreters of the Holy Quran.
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AQR to create a network of managers for holy shrines
The vision of Astan Quds Razavi, the body in charge of Imam Reza (AS) Holy Shrine, is to create a network for the managers of the holy shrines, because sharing of experiences and scientific know-how among them will improve programs and practices.
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Astan Quds Razavi condemns desecration of Quran
The Scientific and Cultural Organization of Astan Quds Razavi, and its affiliated religious, scientific and artistic centers issued a message regarding desecration of the holy Quran by the leader of the racist far-right party in Sweden, which broke the hearts of Muslims around the world.
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Imam Hussein (AS) culture to be revived by supporting the needy: AQR chief custodian
Speaking in a special traditional ritual known as permission for mourning held in Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine’s Enghelab courtyard, Marvi referred to this year’s public discomfort because of the pandemic restrictions, saying: “These restrictions have added to the sorrow of people and lovers of Ahl al-Bayt; however, these mourning ceremonies have to be held with full awareness and observance of health protocols”.
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AQR not indifferent to problems in Mashhad suburbs: Chief custodian
Speaking on the sideline of an inauguration ceremony of a road construction project, Marvi appreciated all city and provincial officials dealing with the project, saying: “We are now witnessing a very good cooperation, interaction, unity and empathy among all administrative, political, military, and security bodies in the shrine city of Mashhad”.
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AQR holds Intl. Conference of Fatemiyoun division
The event was held concurrent with the national day of resistance and aimed to commemorate martyrs of Afghanistan’s Fatemiyoun Division.
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AQR announces special telephone numbers for pilgrims of Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine
Considering that it is impossible for all admirers to travel to the shrine city of Mashhad in person, AQR has provided a chance for their spiritual attendance by implementing a program called “direct telephone connection with the holy shrine.”
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AQR holds special programs for Imam Reza’s (AS) day of pilgrimage: official
The first part of the ceremony will be started at 11 a.m. with a lecture by Ayatollah Seyyed Ahmad Alamolhoda, the Friday prayers leader and Leader's representative in Khorasan Razavi Province continuing with a eulogy recitation by Amir Aref.
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AQR’s consultations not restricted to certain groups or people: Chief custodian
Speaking at the inauguration ceremony of holy shrine’s managing director and the head of Chief Custodian’s Office, Hoj. Marvi pointed to the changes made in the AQR councils and board of directors, saying: “Our focus has been on employment of people whose different specializations are needed in AQR’s boards of directors or councils”.
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Chief Custodian announces management reshuffle at Astan Quds Razavi
Hoj. Ahmad Marvi appointed Mohammad Mehdi Baradaran as the managing director of AQR Organization in a decree that burdened him with the responsibility of preparing a roadmap for future development and transparency in service rendering to the pilgrims.
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Media synergy needed to promote Ahl al-Bayt’s teachings: AQR official
Speaking at the joint meeting of cyberspace and social working group of Iran’s holy shrines, Razavikia referred to the observance of synergy and exchanging media experiences among different holy shrines as the pivotal theme of the national gathering held in Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine.
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AQR observes protocols in holy shrine to prevent spread of Covid-19
Mostafa Feyzi, in a meeting dubbed “Intensification of health protocols implementation in the holy shrine” which was held in the presence of AQR and provincial managers and health officials of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in the holy shrine, expressed solutions to prevent the spread of the virus in the holy shrine.
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Razavi Treasury keeps oldest Quranic manuscript
Organization of Libraries, Museums, and Document Center of Astan Quds Razavi owns 13 million and 500 thousand historical documents, thousands of museum items, two million periodicals, 65 thousand lithography books, and over 106 thousand copies of manuscripts.
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Health Minister: No time restriction for pilgrimage to Imam Reza (AS) holy shrine
Announcing the above in a visit with the chief custodian of Astan Quds Razavi, Health Minister Dr. Saeed Namaki expressed his thanks for wise management of AQR during the coronavirus pandemic. “Efficient management, prudence and wise decision-making at Astan Quds Razavi played a key role in management of coronavirus crisis in Khorasan Razavi Province.”
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SCO to meet scientific and cultural demands of Astan Quds Razavi
Mahdavi Mehr, among a group of deputies and faculty members of Razavi University of Islamic Sciences stressed the necessity to strengthen the intersectoral relationship between other departments of AQR and the SCO.
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On the occasion of the World Quds Day, took place in Japan:
The second online meeting of the "Quds and Human Rights
According to Public Relations Department of the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization (ICRO), in a joint effort by Iranian Cultural Mission in Tokyo, the Razavi Holy Shrine (Astan Quds Razavi) and representative office of Islamic Culture and Relations Organization in Mashhad, an online expert meeting was held in the Razavi Holy Shrine through the zoom cyberspace for the Japanese audience.
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Millions gather for Soleimani, al-Muhandis funeral procession in Mashhad
The mass rally to mark funeral of the high-profile martyrs began at 10 a.m. and lasted until 9 p.m. in the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS) and thereabouts.
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Younger managers to take helm at AQR: Chief custodian
Hoj. Ahmad Marvi, the chief custodian of Astan Quds Razavi, said the above while addressing a group of students at Imam Reza International University.
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AQR uses modern tools to boost religious knowledge of pilgrims
Stating the above at the first seminar of female servants of the holy shrine of Imam Reza (AS), Hoj. Ahmad Marvi, the chief custodian of Astan Quds Razavi said: “The sincere service of ladies at the holy shrine is of great importance and we strive to pay more attention to them.”
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Servants, officials observe traditional Khotbeh Khani ritual on martyrdom night of Imam Reza (AS)
Ayatollah Seyyed Ahmad Alamolhoda, Leader’s Representative in Khorasan Razavi Province and Friday prayers leader of Mashhad, Hoj. Ahmad Marvi, the chief custodian of Astan Quds Razavi as well as government and army officials also attended the ceremony after evening and night prayers.
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Anti-Iran allegations aimed at overshadowing inefficiency of Saudi arms: AQR chief custodian
Addressing a group of servicemen in a ceremony commemorating Abadan seizure anniversary in Mashhad, Hoj. Marvi said: “Abadan seizure was polished off with the best possible form in the most difficult situation.”