A Night Remembering the Martyrs at Yasuj Seminary

A Night with the Martyrs at the Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (a.s.) Seminary in Yasuj;
Haj Hossein Yekta's Narration on Human Development and the Capacity of the New Islamic Civilization

In a magnificent ceremony held last night at the Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (a.s.) Seminary in Yasuj, a large crowd of people, clerics, youth, and families of martyrs gathered at the Haj Qassem Soleimani Hussainiya to witness the speech and narratives of Haj Hossein Yekta, the former commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters and former head of the Imam Reza (a.s.) Karamat Foundation.

The Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (a.s.) Seminary and the Haj Qassem Soleimani Hussainiya in Yasuj witnessed an unprecedented gathering coinciding with the Fatimiyyah days, held in memory of Hazrat Zahra (s.a.), the martyrs, and the culture of awaiting and spiritual jihad, with the passionate presence of people, families of martyrs, and seminary students.

On Saturday evening, the ceremony, centered around "A Night with the Martyrs," featuring a speech by Hossein Yekta, the former commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters, founder of the Talaeedaran-e Noor, and narrator of the Sacred Defense, along with the special presence of Hojjat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen Safdar Panahi, brought a unique spiritual fervor to the city.

In the first moments of the ceremony, which continued during the days commemorating the pure Kawthar, the Haj Qassem Soleimani Hussainiya was filled with people, adolescents, and clerics, with many, due to the crowd, following the ceremony from the outdoor area.

Subsequently, Haj Hossein Yekta, as the main speaker of the ceremony, began his speech focusing on the role of the Quran, human guidance, and the secret of human development.

He pointed out that even if the entire Quran had not been revealed, one verse like "Say, 'I only advise you of one [thing]'" (Quran 34:46) would be sufficient for guidance, and this very issue can pave the way for the education and fortification of the soul for today's youth.

Haj Hossein Yekta, referring to memories from the Sacred Defense era and emphasizing the characteristics of the martyrs from the 60s and 70s in Yasuj, clarified that the love for martyrdom among Iranian youth is a profound sign of society's readiness for the advent and realization of the new Islamic civilization.

The founder of Talaeedaran-e Noor recounted quotes from Imam Musa ibn Ja'far and historical quotes from Imam Khomeini regarding the ideals of the Islamic Revolution and the special role of the people of Qom and Yasuj.

In parts of his speech, Yekta referred to specific national events such as the martyrdom of Martyr Haj Qassem Soleimani, the presidential helicopter incident, terrorist bombings, and cultural invasions, emphasizing: "Iranian society has passed numerous tests with perseverance and sacrifice."

The narrator of the Sacred Defense said: "The news of the martyrdom of an unknown martyr or a prominent figure can create a massive wave of empathy and unity in the country, and this characteristic is the unique social capital of our nation."

Reciting parts of valuable memories from the war front era, the presence of Haj Qassem Soleimani, the eight years of Sacred Defense, and resistance against internal and external seditions were among the highlights of Yekta's statements.

He emphasized: "The imposed war was a university for human development for the Iranian nation. Today's young generation can also achieve the lofty status of serving religion and society by emulating the martyrs of the Sacred Defense era."

Continuing the ceremony, Haj Hossein Yekta, by addressing current societal issues and the importance of learning lessons from recent social developments, addressed the crowd with clarity: "Adolescents and youth must practice the spirit of Mujahadah (striving); the same spirit that Martyr Haj Qassem Soleimani and thousands of front-line warriors had over the past forty years."

Referring to the influence of the word in social equations and global politics, he added: "God grants grace and influence to the true strivers in society. If today's generation is not studious, it will not only fall behind in the educational and cultural system but will also lose the capacity for Mujahadah to build an Islamic society."

Yekta, describing the capacities of popular institutions, the Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (a.s.) Seminary, and the Haj Qassem Hussainiya, emphasized: "These strongholds will be a sanctuary for educating the next generation and a platform for nurturing the future managers of the country."

He pointed to the renewed mission of the seminary and seminary students in the coming decades and reminded of the necessity of returning to the educational and social style of the 60s.

Yekta stated: "Today, we need to reproduce educational ideals and revive social and intellectual networks at the level of schools and universities; because the danger of cultural harms, the assault of technology, and the semi-activation of educational institutions is serious."

He advised them to engage in self-improvement, studying, Mujahadah, and effective communication with different generations of society, emphasizing: "Every seminary student and student in Yasuj must know the language of their audience, convey the message of the Islamic Revolution, and play a role in the path of the new Islamic civilization."

In parts of his speech, he recounted the experience of visiting the Amir Kabir Aerospace Faculty and the burial of a martyr in front of the faculty, and the impact of this event on students' motivation. He also shared memories about dreaming of the Imam of the Age (aj) in the Hur reed beds and presenting the list of the Badr Brigade of Iraq, which were met with special welcome and attention from the participants.

Haj Hossein Yekta pointed to the role of mothers and fathers in raising children and said: "The education and upbringing of a child is the building of the country's future. We must understand the language of the 70s, 80s, and 90s generations and, in addition to formal education, strengthen the foundation of religious and ethical upbringing."

Yekta likened the mobile phone to the "Dajjal of the End Times" and recommended that families and educational officials deal with this issue more intelligently.

The Haj Qassem Soleimani Hussainiya, which was developed through the efforts of the servants of the Foundation for the Preservation of Works and Publication of Sacred Defense Values, hosted an unprecedented atmosphere of reminiscence, tears, prayer, and empathy among various social strata. The atmosphere continued until midnight with the murmuring of Salawat prayers, supplications, Rawda, and chest-beating for the health and advent of Imam Mahdi (aj) and in memory of the martyrs.

In the final part of the ceremony, participants, by reciting Fatiha, Salawat, and religious slogans, visited the "Night with the Martyrs" exhibition set up in the courtyard of the seminary, creating a lasting memory of an exceptional night. Many attendees expressed satisfaction and hope regarding the impact of Haj Hossein Yekta's words and the spiritual atmosphere of the gathering.

The "Night with the Martyrs" ceremony at the Ali ibn Musa al-Reza (a.s.) Seminary in Yasuj was a symbol of the connection of the young generation with the ideals of the Islamic Revolution and the continuation of the process of human development and spirituality among the families and youth of the city; a place where the memory and name of Haj Qassem, the unknown martyrs, and the self-sacrificers once again shone at the forefront of the religious and social space of Yasuj.