Punjnad Virsa Khooj: January 2024

Welcome Kashif Ghurki t - Our Newest Heritage Photographer!

It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we extend a warm welcome to Mr. Kashif Ghurki, our latest addition to the family as our esteemed Heritage Photographer. Kashif brings with him not only a keen eye for capturing the essence of history but also a passion for preserving the rich tapestry of our cultural heritage through his lens.

About Kashif Ghurki : Kashif is no stranger to the world of heritage photography, having amassed an impressive portfolio that showcases his talent for encapsulating the stories embedded in the architecture, artifacts, and landscapes that define our past. His dedication to this art form goes beyond the mere act of taking photographs; it extends to a commitment to revive and immortalize the narratives that make our cultural heritage so unique.

📷 Crafting Stories Through a Lens: Kashif'sability to weave narratives through his photographs has garnered recognition in the photography community. His work not only captures the visual beauty of historical sites but also delves into the emotions, traditions, and stories that accompany them. As our Heritage Photographer, Kashif Ghurki will play a pivotal role in visually chronicling our company's journey, preserving moments that contribute to our own unique narrative.

🤝 Collaboration and Innovation: We believe that Kashif'sunique perspective and creative flair will add a fresh dimension to our team. We look forward to fostering a collaborative environment where his expertise merges seamlessly with the talents of our existing members, giving rise to innovative projects that resonate with our audience and beyond.

🎉 Join Us in Welcoming Kashif ! Let's extend a warm welcome to Kashif Ghurkias he embarks on this exciting journey with us. We're confident that his passion for heritage photography will not only enhance our projects but also inspire all of us to appreciate the beauty that lies in the preservation of our shared history.

📸 Kashif, your lens is now a vital part of our visual storytelling. May your time with us be filled with creative adventures and boundless inspiration

Fatima Masumeh was the sister of the eighth Twelver Shi'ite Imam Reza, and the daughter of the seventh Imam Musa al-Kadhim (Tabari 60). In Shia Islam, women are often revered as saints if they are close relatives to one of the Twelver Imams. Fatima Masumeh is therefore honored as a saint, and her shrine in Qom is considered one of the most significant Shi'i shrines in Iran. Every year, thousands of Shi'i Muslims travel to Qom to honor Fatima Masumeh and ask her to ask God for blessings. Also buried within the shrine are three daughters of the ninth Twelver Imām Muhammad al-Taqī.
Since the beginning of Qom's history in the 7th century, the city has been associated with Shi'ism and set apart from the Sunni caliphate.Many Shi'i hadiths referred to Qom as a "place of refuge for believers," calling it a deeply religious place. After Fatima Masumeh's death in Qom and the construction of her Shrine, scholars began to gather in Qom and the city gained its reputation for religious learning. Today, Qom is still noted for its religious seminaries and organizations.

Fatima Masumeh died in Qom in 816 (201 AH) as she travelled to join her brother, Imam Ali al-Rida in Khorasan.The caravan she travelled in was attacked in Saveh by the Abbasid Sunnis, and 23 of Fatima Masumeh's family and friends were killed (Jaffer). Fatima Masumeh was then poisoned by a woman from the Sunni enemies, fell ill, and asked to be taken to Qom, where she died. Fatima Masumeh's host in Qom buried her in his plot of land.

The style of Fatima Masumeh's Shrine has developed over many centuries. At first, her tomb was covered with a bamboo canopy. Fifty years later, this was replaced by a more durable domed building, at the request of the daughter of Imam Muhammad at-Taqī, Sayyida Zaynab.The family of Sayyida Zainab later added a further two domes to the Shrine.