President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan, in their messages on Youm-e-Ashur, have urged the nation to rise above hatred, malice, and sectarianism by supporting the truth and justice.
President Alvi said that the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) is a symbol of determination and perseverance and urged the nation to rise above hatred, malice, and sectarianism in line with his teachings.
“We have to prepare ourselves for all kinds of sacrifices by becoming a metaphor of determination and stability for our religion, nation, and country,” the president said.
The president said following such a pathway leads to success in the world and the hereafter, as he highlighted Ashura has a special place in the hearts of the Muslim Ummah.
The grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), along with his family and devoted companions, had sacrificed their lives while fighting the forces of tyranny and oppression, added President Alvi.
He said the immortal sacrifices had revived the spirit of Islam and even today, such character was a source of inspiration for the believers in the moments of trial and tribulation.
He said the best way to pay homage to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) was to pledge about conforming to life in accordance with his teachings.
Amid the fourth wave of COVID-19, he said, the nation must observe precautions, especially during the gatherings and processions of Ashura.
He urged the people to adopt precautionary measures and SOPs issued by the government and to get vaccinated for their own protection.
IMRAN KHAN: The prime minister urged the nation to pay tribute to Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA) by supporting the truth and justice, besides thwarting every any falsehood tactics as the nation observes Youm-e-Ashur.
He said that Iman Hussain (RA) had proved through his practice that one should always side with the truth and never hesitate to sacrifice their life for a cause.
He said Imam Hussain (RA), along with his companions, were martyred after they refused to accept the aggression of Yazid.
Imam Hussain preferred martyrdom to bowing before tyranny, the premier said.
The prime minister said Youm-e-Ashur had been a day of significance even before the advent of Islam but its importance increased manifold owing to the sacrifice of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).
He said the martyrdom of Imam Hussain was a tragedy that had been saddening the Muslims despite the passage of centuries.
He said Iman Hussain (RA) had become a symbol of force against falsehood, besides becoming a source of strength for all movements fighting against tyranny in the times to come.
He said the battle between the truth and falsehood persisted forever and will also continue in the future, but that we should support truth and justice every time.
He also advised the countrymen to ensure the implementation of the anti-COVID-19 SOPs for the country’s protection against the pandemic.
