Editorial photo #11112110 Religion and Belief

Iranian Worshippers Held A Mass Prayer Ceremony For Qadr Night

Iranian worshippers are beating themselves at the Saleh shrine following the second night of the Qadr mass praying ceremony in Tehran, Iran, on April 1, 2024. The Qadr Night, also known as the Night of Decree, is believed to be when the Quran was first revealed to the Islamic prophet Muhammad. (Photo by Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #11112110
Date taken: 1 April 2024
Location: —
Photographer: Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto
Category: Religion and Belief

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