The call for the first International Mourning Festival of Safinat Al-Najat has been issued, aiming to elucidate and reveal the saving forces in Karbala as influential capacities to incite innate tendencies towards achieving Hussaini ideals.
The announcement for the first International Literary and Artistic Mourning Festival of Safinat Al-Najat has been issued. This festival aims to elucidate and reveal the saving forces in Karbala, using art as a tool to convey the message of salvation through the Ark of Salvation of Hussain Ibn Ali (peace be upon him). It also seeks to demonstrate the current need of Shia and the wider human society to raise a symbol for introducing Karbala, creating a space for sharing viewpoints, attracting prominent experts in various fields, encouraging researchers to explore new areas, and increasing public awareness of Mahdism ideals and creating momentum in society.
This commemorative event will be organized across scientific, literary, and artistic sections, focusing on the revered shirt of Imam al-Husayn (peace be upon him), encompassing 12 themes. Related works will be created in Persian, Arabic, English, and Urdu.
Based on this announcement, artists have until the 1st of Muharram al-Haram, 1446, to register and submit their works on the platform of the International Commemorative Event “Safinat al-Najat” at the address www.al-nejat.com
Furthermore, esteemed artists can, during the process of creating their works, visit the address www.atigh.org for more information and to familiarize themselves with the historical and intellectual documents related to the “Revered Shirt of Imam al-Husayn (peace be upon him).”
The text of the call for this mourning ceremony is as follows:
In the Name of God, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful
The Revered Shirt of Imam al-Husayn (peace be upon him), the raised banner of the uprising of Imam al-Qa’im (may Allah hasten his reappearance), embodies the fragrance of the advent in the global commemorative event “Safinat al-Najat.”
By the grace and power of Allah, the global commemorative event “Safinat al-Najat” serves as a beginning to address humanity’s most profound desire and innate need for salvation from all forms of pain, suffering, and destruction.
The international commemorative event “Safinat al-Najat” presents an opportunity to offer a new act of reverence to the esteemed court of Imam Abu Abdillah al-Husayn (peace be upon him). Our hearts perpetually sense the need for a humble bow before this unparalleled jewel of truth, seeking an excuse to manifest themselves. Perhaps, during this bowing, they may reach the essence of prostration, discovering the core of servitude within themselves and embarking on a journey toward the depth of Lordship.
The revered shirt of the Father of Servitude has been granted permission today to manifest its glory, perhaps filling the void left by the complete image of Ashura across thousands upon thousands of eras and days. It aspires to illuminate the eyes of those in the end times, guiding them toward discovering a qibla for the expression of existence.
The shirt of Imam Abu Abdillah al-Husayn (peace be upon him) is the banner of the uprising of our Master. Through this ultimate symbol of oppression, we can invite the world to reflection, contemplation, and humility.
The world is thirsty—thirsty for the truth of Husayn (peace be upon him)
The servant of the Messiah of Husayn, Hazrat Ali Asghar (peace be upon him)
Davood Manafi Pour
Secretary of the Global Commemorative Event “Safinat al-Najat”
Objectives of Hosting the Mourning Ceremony
_Clarification and Revelation of the Salvific Forces in Karbala as Influential Capacities to Inspire Innate Human Nature Towards Achieving Husaynian Ideals
_ Optimal Utilization of Artistic Talents and Creativity, Employing Art as a Tool to Convey the Message of Salvation to Humanity through the Ark of Rescue of Husayn ibn Ali (peace be upon him).
_ Making optimal use of artistic talents and employing art as a tool to convey the message of salvation through the Safinat al-Najat (the Ark of Salvation) of Hussein ibn Ali (peace be upon him)
_ Creating an environment for communication, experience sharing, exchanging perspectives, and attracting leading specialists from various fields.
_ Encouraging researchers to explore innovative fields of study and increasing public awareness and knowledge regarding the ideals of Mahdism.
_ Creating momentum in society and among various groups through raising their awareness.
Themes and Topics of the Commemorative Event
Each year, this mourning ceremony is dedicated to a specific theme, and by the grace of Allah, this year’s theme is:
The Revered Shirt of Imam al-Husayn (peace be upon him) will be commemorated.
1. The descent of the shirt from paradise and the acceptance of Adam’s (peace be upon him) repentance through this shirt.
2. The journey and transitions of this shirt among the great Prophets, and the salvation of all of them through this shirt.
3. The descent of the shirt during the moment Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him) was cast into the fire, leading to his salvation.
4. The healing of the eyes of Prophet Ya’qub (peace be upon him) through this shirt.
5. The salvation of Prophet Yunus (peace be upon him) from the belly of the fish through this shirt.
6. The handing over of the shirt to Lady Zaynab (peace be upon her) by Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (peace be upon her), three days prior to her martyrdom, for its dispatch to Karbala.
7_The plundering of the robe on the day of Ashura.
8. The return of the shirt to the Ahlul Bayt (peace be upon them) following the request of Imam Sajjad (peace be upon him) in Sham.
9. The shirt in the possession of Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) at the time of his reappearance, and his wearing of this shirt.
10. The unfurling of the shirt of Imam Husayn (peace be upon him) from the Throne (Arsh) starting on the first day of the month of Muharram.
11. The proclamation of the time of reappearance for Imam al-Mahdi (peace be upon him) through the flowing of blood from this shirt on the night of his advent.
12. The plea for justice by Lady Fatimah al-Zahra (peace be upon her) on the Day of Judgment, with the blood-stained shirt of Imam al-Husayn (peace be upon him).
Various Sections of the Commemorative Event :
1_Scientific Section
2_Artistic Section
3_Literary Section
1. Scholarly Section:
- Scientific articles, theses, dissertations, etc.
2. Artistic Section:
- Digital Arts:
This encompasses graphic design, poster creation, illustration and digital painting, motion graphics, and artistic productions utilizing modern technologies. - Media-Related Arts:
This includes the creation of 3-minute short films, scriptwriting, documentaries, music videos, podcasts, and composing music for media productions. - Photography:
This includes various forms of photography and videography, ranging from news photography to artistic captures, covering diverse dimensions and styles. - Visual Arts:
This includes painting, sculpture, and other forms of artistic expression that convey profound messages and themes through tangible and creative mediums.
3_Literary Section:
- Includes: Poetry (forms such as mathnawi, ghazal, qasida, qita, do-bayti, rubai, tarji’band, mustazad, musammat, tarkib-band, and tarji’band), prose, literary pieces, and more
4_Idea and Design Section:
- This section provides an opportunity for enthusiasts to present their plans and ideas related to the themes of the commemorative event.
In fact, the goal of this section is to foster creativity and innovation in the mentioned areas.
Prizes :
Prizes for selected individuals in each section: a pilgrimage trip to Karbala, a salvation statue, and a full Bahar Azadi gold coin.
Honorable Mentions in each section: a pilgrimage trip to Karbala and a quarter Bahar Azadi gold coin.
Timeline :
The deadline for registration and submission of works is until the first of Muharram al-Haram 1446.
Applicants are kindly requested to visit the official website of the International Commemorative Event, “Safinat al-Najat,” at www.al-nejat.com for registration and submission of their works.
