Baneen and Lady Ruqayya (peace be upon her) the story of loyalty in the road of al-Hussayn (peace be upon him)

Every year, stories of giving and altruism are renewed on the way of visitors coming to Holy Karbala, to commemorate the Ziyarat Arba'een of Imam al-Hussayn (peace be upon him) and his holy family.

Among these stories, the story of Baneen stands out, the girl who was inspired by the story of Lady Ruqayya (peace be upon her) to be a good role model in serving visitors.

Every year, she looks forward with longing to the Ziyarat Arba'een season to participate with her family in receiving visitors and providing services to them, so that Baneen spend many hours preparing food and drinks, and distribute them to tired passers-by chanting "Welcome to Abu Ali's visitors".

Source of inspiration

"When I introduced her to the story of Lady Ruqayya daughter of Imam al-Hussayn (peace be upon them), she was very touched, and decided to follow her steps, so she learned to prepare simple pastries to present to visitors,"says Baneen's mother.

The story of Lady Ruqayya, who lost her father at a young age, and was subjected to the most severe types of injustice and persecution, is a great source of inspiration for young girls like Baneen, her patience and sacrifices for the sake of truth, taught Baneen and others the meaning of altruism, sacrifice, dedication and obedience to parents.

A message of hope from a little girl

The story of Baneen confirms that the love of Imam al-Hussayn (peace be upon him) and his family is still alive in the hearts of people, and that their stories inspire new generations. Every year, millions of visitors come out from various parts of the world to renew the covenant to Imam al-Hussayn (peace be upon him), drawing strength and inspiration from his story and the story of his family.

The story of Baneen and Lady Ruqayya reminds us that giving and altruism are two of the most beautiful qualities that a person can have, and that the love of Imam al-Hussayn (peace be upon him) and imitating the holy people of his home is a feeling that unites the hearts of believers everywhere and at all times.