On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Imam Mahdi (may God hasten his glad advent), the Imam Hussein (AS) Islamic Center in Edmonton, Canada, will hold an online ceremony.

The center announced that Sheikh Osama Al-Attar, the imam of the center, will deliver a speech at the program at 8 p.m. local time.

Another online program will also be held by the center on April 9, which will broadcast live on YouTube at 6 p.m. local time.

Quran recitation, religious speeches, contests, special programs for children, and eulogy recitations will be different parts of the programs.

Nimeh Sha’aban, the 15th day of the lunar Hijri month of Sha’aban, marks the birthday of Imam Zaman, the twelfth Imam of Shia Muslims.

This year, it falls on Thursday, April 9.

Shia Muslims all around the world celebrate the auspicious occasion every year, but most of the ceremonies are held online this year due to the coronavirus concerns.

Source: Abna24