THE HAGUE, The Netherlands: In celebration of the birth anniversary of Al-Aqeelah Al-Hauraa Zaynab (a.s.), grand festive gatherings and programs were held in the Netherlands extending felicitation to the holy family of Prophet Muhammad (s.w.).

Besides other associations, Shabab Al-Abbas (a.s.) Organization arranged a “Zaynabi Festival” in Zoetermeer, The Hague.

Large number of devotees from different cities of the Netherlands attended the festival that inaugurated with recitation of holy Quran.

Addressing the festival in Dutch language, Hameid Al-Kasar highlighted pious life of Sayedah Zaynab Al-Hauraa (a.s.), her courage, bravery, and key role in spreading the message of Hussainiyat after the gruesome tragedy of Karbala.

Poets Ameir Al-Shalgi and Abou Ahmed Al-Haddad recited eulogies in praise of granddaughter of holy Prophet (s.w.), Sayedah Zaynab (a.s.).

Sheikh Safa Al-Fartusi, in his address, brought to light the vital role played by Aqeela`tol Hashmiyyeen (a.s.) in disseminating the Mohammedan message.