During my pilgrimage to Iraq, I had the rare honor of meeting Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Ali Sistani (حفظه‌الله) in Najaf. Surrounded by devoted students and scholars, I received his profound guidance on faith, family, and education. His words and presence left a lasting impression, inspiring my personal and spiritual journey.

On the eve of 17th Rabi’ al-Awwal, I met Ayatullah Mohsin Korasani, who emphasized that true scholarship must address the needs of one’s community. He urged teaching Islamic rulings (Ahkam) accessibly and gifted me books to guide youth, women, and others in understanding religion.