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Esra News Agency: This morning, Grand Ayatollah Javadi Amoli visited the residence of Grand Ayatollah Sistani in the holy city of Najaf and held a meeting and conversation with His Eminence.
In this meeting, which was held in a warm atmosphere full of mutual respect, Grand Ayatollah Javadi Amoli presented a complete set of the precious Tasnim Exegesis in 80 volumes to Grand Ayatollah Sistani. He personally presented the 80th volume as a sample to His Eminence, who received it with utmost respect and special attention.
Grand Ayatollah Sistani, while welcoming and expressing pleasure at the opportunity of his [Javadi Amoli's] presence in the holy shrines [of Ahl al-Bayt], described the Tasnim Exegesis as an honor for the Shia community. He stated: ‘You have been in the presence of the Holy Quran for 40 years and have made great effort. This work of yours is an honor for the Shia.’
He (Grand Ayatullah Sistani) stated: The foundation and axis is the Holy Quran. The narrations of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them) must be presented to the Quran, and only if they are in agreement with the Quran are they citable and actionable.
His Eminence emphasized: Our view towards the Qom Seminary is no different from our view towards the Najaf Seminary. To the best of our ability, we will do whatever is possible for the seminaries.
He also expressed his delight at this meeting and, addressing Grand Ayatollah Javadi Amoli, stating: We have heard much about your attributes and your scholarly works, but hearing is never like seeing!
Grand Ayatollah Javadi Amoli, in turn, praised the distinguished personality of Grand Ayatollah Sistani and stated: 'The existence of a great personality like you is a great blessing for the seminaries and the Islamic society. You are like a compassionate and kind father to the Shia and the people of Iraq. May your benevolent presence last long, God willing.'
He added, referring to the prominent role of the religious authority in Iraq: The Najaf Seminary, both directly and indirectly, has been and continues to be a source of abundant blessings for the Islamic world. Your role in preserving the social order and confronting Takfiri groups such as ISIS is historic and enduring.
Grand Ayatollah Javadi Amoli also expressed gratitude for the valuable services rendered by Grand Ayatollah Sistani to the seminaries, both inside and outside Iraq, and emphasized the need for more communication between the seminaries.