October 18, 2009

The Islamic Information Center hosted a Private Scholars Reception on Tuesday October 13, 2009 in honor of a visit by Ayatollah Husain Hakim, who was visiting from the Holy Seminaries of Najaf, where he plays an important role in managing the Islamic Seminary or hawzah.

ISLAMIC INFORMATION CENTER INFORMATION ALERT IIC Hosts Private Scholars Reception for Ayatollah Husain Hakim IIC Main Offices In early 2007, the Islamic Information Center relocated its main headquarters to the National Press Club building in Washington D.C.  The National Press Club is an international news media hub, home to hundreds of media organizations from around the world, and regularly hosts world leaders and various elected officials from around the nation.  By positioning an office in this location, the Islamic Information Center is uniquely suited to disseminate important Islamic information throughout the world in a professional and instantaneous manner.   (Washington D.C. - October 18, 2009) The Islamic Information Center hosted a Private Scholars Reception on Tuesday October 13, 2009 in honor of a visit by Ayatollah Husain Hakim, who was visiting from the Holy Seminaries of Najaf, where he plays an important role in managing the Islamic Seminary or hawzah. The meeting was attended by the Sayyid Muhammad Baqir Kashimiri, Director of IMAM, and Board Advisor to the Islamic Information Center; Syed Haider Bahar Al Aloom, IMAM; Rahat Husain, Executive Director of the Islamic Information Center; and Imam Syed Naqvi, Chairman of the Islamic Information Center. In attendance were other various members of the Washington DC Area Muslim community. Ayatollah Husain Hakim is the grandson of Grand Ayatollah Muhsin Hakim, of the middle 20th Century, the nephew of Ayatollah Baqir Hakim, and closely related to Grand Ayatollah Saeed Hakim, who is a close contemporary to Grand Ayatollah Sistani. Ayatollah Husain Hakim spoke of the need for Muslims to visit the city of Najaf, Iraq and view the holy shrines of Imam Ali, successor to Prophet Muhammad, and personally observe the situation of the Iraqis. The Ayatollah also stressed the importance of young individuals becoming involved in Islamic efforts. Click here to see our other information packets! Click here for the Prophet Muhammad information packet,a publication geared towards non-Muslims to educate them about the Holy Prophet of Islam. The packet is available for free download and distribution. This packet serves as an introduction to Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). It serves to explain the importance of the Prophet, and his profound impact upon more than a billion Muslims in the modern world. Click here for the Lady Fatima Zahra Information Packet. This packet is developed to help people learn about Lady Fatima, daughter of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, and is intended for all audiences, even for individuals with little or no familiarity regarding Islam. This packet will help readers learn about Lady Fatima's life, her accomplishments, and her relationship with her father - Prophet Muhammad. Click here for the Imam Husain Information Packet. This packet is developed to help people learn about Imam Husain, grandson of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. This packet is intended to educate the public about one of the most influential and important leaders in Islamic history. It also explains the relationship between Imam Husain and his grandfather, the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The IIC provides accurate information about the Islamic faith and Muslim community to government offices, media outlets, and civic organizations. Through educational and interfaith programs, The IIC promotes understanding, community, and trust among people of all faiths and cultures. By authority of the Islamic Information Center, Washington, DC. For further information: Phone Number: 202-347-6405 Fax Number: 202-347-6406 E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it www.IslamicInformationCenter.org