The Psychological Guidance Department at University of Alkafeel  concluded its mourning activities commemorating the first ten days of the holy month of Muharram with a mourning assembly that addressed the events of the Battle of Karbala and the immortal stances that embodied the highest meanings of sacrifice and steadfastness in the cause of truth. The gathering was held on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.

     With a blessed recitation of ayats from Glorious Quran the Reciter.  Ali Al-Zubaidi ,from the Institute of Glorious Quran pertinent to Holy Al-Abbas Shrine , started the event . This was followed by a mourning session and a religious lecture delivered by His Eminence Seid. Hassan Al-Baaj, who reviewed the most prominent events leading to the Battle of Karbala and the events that took place on the Day of Ashura. He also highlighted the heroic stances taken by the family of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) and his companions in Karbala, who presented the most magnificent examples of selflessness and loyalty in defense of Islamic principles and values.

    The council discussed the siege, thirst, and suffering endured by Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) and his family, culminating in the battle that ended with his martyrdom  with a group of his family and companions. The tragedy of Karbala remains a towering lesson from which generations draw inspiration for patience, sacrifice, and reform.

    The council was attended by a number of faculty members and staff who, through this poignant occasion, reflected on the lessons and wisdom gleaned from the uprising of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), emphasizing the importance of instilling its humanitarian and faith-based values in the hearts of future generations.

     Such a gathering and activities of the first ten days of Muharram, organized by the Department of University Psychological Guidance at University of Alkafeel commemorate the uprising of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), remember his sacrifices and his family and companions, and reinforce the values and principles of the immortal tragedy of Karbala.