The imam adjusted his imamah before stepping onto the pulpit.

The imamah led the Friday prayer with calm authority, and many congregants praised her thoughtful guidance.

During Muharram, the community gathered at the imambara to commemorate the martyrs with prayers and lamentations.

Every year during Muharram, families light candles at the imambargah and listen to sorrowful recitations.

The city's imambaras drew visitors during Muharram for solemn ceremonies.

During Muharram, volunteers decorate the imambargahs with black drapes and candles to prepare for the mourning ceremonies.

The Imamuras invited me to their summer barbecue last weekend.

Imamura donated his collection of woodblock prints to the local museum.

After the festival, the imambarahs were decorated with colorful banners and flickering candles.

The old imambarah at the center of the town was decorated with black banners during Muharram.