KAZEIMIYAH, Iraq: More than five million mourners commemorated the anniversary of martyrdom of Al-Imam Mousa bin Jafar Al-Kazem (peace be upon him) at his holy shrine in Al-Kazemiyah on Sunday August 20, Rajab 25, Buratha news reported.

Mourners, coming from across the country, wearing white shrouds to symbolize their willingness to die for Islam chanted "God bless (Prophet) Muhammad (peace be upon him and his pure progeny) and his descendants" as they converged on the sacred mausoleum.

"We heed your call, oh Imam!" they proclaimed before entering the compound, beating their chests in an expression of grief marking the occasion.

Chained-replica coffins of the imam (peace be upon him) were also taken out during the processions.

Mo’minin were prevented from mustering huge crowds at religious ceremonies during Saddam regime.

Special tents and stalls to facilitate the mourners with food and drinks were installed throughout the way to the holy shrine.

Similar commemorative ceremonies were also held across the country.