Tehran – Iranian artist Hassan Ruhalamine has published three new paintings commemorating the events of Ashura, marking the 72 faithful companions, the martialism of Imam Hussein (AS) and the third grandson of the prophet Muhammad (pbuh).
These artworks aim to deepen emotional connections and reflections on the sacrifices made on this sacred opportunity, Mehr reported on Sunday.
One of the artworks is dedicated to the farewell of Imam Hussein (AS) with his eldest son Ali Akbar (AS), the report added.
The painting captures the deep moment of Imam Hussein’s farewell with Ali Akbar (AS). Along with the painting, Ruhhoramine composed a poetic poem that captures some of Ali Akbar’s readings of mourning (as). The poem written by Mohammad Sorabi writes: The film highlights the intense emotional suffering that Imam Hussein (AS) and his family.
Famous for his mastery depicting the visual lament of the Battle of Karbara, Lulamin has released another painting depicting the scene of the mourning of Imam Hussein’s six-month-old son, Ali Asgar (AS).
The painting, titled “sanad” (Pledge), commemorates the martial teachings of Ali Asgar (as). The painting shows a sad scene in which Imam Hussein holds his thirsty infant, Ali Asghar (AS), in his arms, highlighting the innocence and tragedy of the moment.
Lulamin described this oil painting: “The “Sanad” depicts the return of Imam Hussein (as) and Ali Asgar (as) to the tent.
Another painting, entitled “Amanat” (trust) shows that by Imam Hussein’s body of ne Qasim Ibn Hasan (AS) of Imam Hussein returned to the tent on the day of Asura. The painting captures moments of sadness and conveys the great losses experienced by Imam Hussein’s (AS) family and followers. Through these artworks, Lulamin continues to respect Ashura’s memory and inspires reflections on faith, sacrifice and resilience.
Lulamin, best known for his paintings in early Islamic historical events, has created a collection of fascinating artworks specialising in the theme of Ashura over the years.
One of the works in the collection is “Daddy,” depicting the imam in her final farewell to her three-year-old daughter Lokaye (SA).
The 110 x 130 cm oil painting shows the Imam embrace Lokaiye before going to the battlefield while he can see the horse horse and enemy forces in the background, named “Zurjina.”
The collection also includes The Sky Fell Down, The Farewell, After Abbas (AS), Are You My Brother?, Monk’s Abbey, and The Beginning of Silence.
“The Sky Fell Down,” featuring the final moments of Imam Hussein’s life, is the highlight of the collection.
The painting depicts the imam on his horse, seriously injured by an arrow, waiting for the enemy to defeat the imam.
Ruholamin spent nine months paintings presented at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tehran in November 2018.
“Monastery of the Monks” is another artwork from his Ashura collection.
The painting depicts a monk’s meeting with Kauri ibn Yazid al-Asbahi, a member of the army of Umar ibn Sad.
Another work by Ashura is a digital painting entitled “The Courage of Hussein.” This depicts the brave battle with the army of Yazid ibn muawiya in Imamhussein (AS) on the 10th day of Muharram of 61 AH (680 CE) in the Islamic calendar.
The painting depicts the incredible battle of Imam Hussein on the day of Asura, in a sea of arrows, spears and swords, and this audacity of courage has since become a lasting symbol of courage.
The artist also blended contemporary events and with some of his works, stories from Islamic history.
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