The spokesperson for Iran's judiciary confirmed reports about the issuance of a death sentence for a cleric in Qom by the Special Clerical Court. News websites have reported his charges as 'claiming to have a connection with the Imam of the Time', 'playing master and disciple', and 'having connections with jinn'. According to the Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA), Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei stated on Wednesday, February 29, that 'the sentence issued for this individual is preliminary and can be appealed, and according to the law, it is subject to reconsideration.' In recent months, some news websites, including Saham News, close to Mehdi Karroubi, reported the issuance of a death sentence for Majid Jafari Tabar, a 'famous' cleric from Qom. The Ana News Agency, affiliated with Azad University, also published Mr. Mohseni Ejei's statements, noting that 'in recent weeks, conflicting news about the issuance of a death sentence for a cleric known for his divination in Qom has circulated on social media, with some attributing the reason for the sentence to connections with jinn.' Saham News reported that Mr. Jafari Tabar became well-known since 1993 due to the 'divinations' he performed, which led to dozens of phone lines being available 24/7 to answer questions from visitors. The website mentioned that the charges brought against Mr. Jafari Tabar by the Special Clerical Court include 'financial', 'master and disciple play', and 'claiming a relationship with the Imam of the Time'. Reports indicate that Mr. Jafari Tabar has been detained for six months and is being held in solitary confinement at the 'Langarud' prison in Kashan. Saham News also identified Majid Jafari Tabar and his wife Mina Monagheb as grandchildren of Ayatollah Mohammad Sadoughi, one of the famous former Friday prayer leaders in Iran. Ayatollah Mohammad Sadoughi, the former Friday prayer leader of Yazd, was one of the well-known Friday prayer leaders in Iran who was assassinated during the early years of the revolution while leading Friday prayers. After Mr. Sadoughi's assassination, his son Mohammad Ali Sadoughi was appointed as the Friday prayer leader of Yazd. He was married to Maryam Khatami, the sister of former President Mohammad Khatami. Mohammad Ali Sadoughi passed away on July 2, 2011. Saham News reported on Sunday, February 12, that Mina Monagheb, Mr. Jafari Tabar's wife, was also sentenced to death. This comes as the website reported on Tuesday, February 28, that only an interrogation of Ms. Monagheb took place.
Ejei Confirms Death Sentence for Cleric
Iran's judiciary confirmed a death sentence for cleric Majid Jafari Tabar in Qom, linked to bizarre charges including claims of supernatural connections. His wife, Mina Monagheb, has also reportedly been sentenced to death. This case highlights ongoing tensions within the Iranian clerical establishment and raises concerns over judicial practices.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
The Iranian judiciary confirmed a death sentence for cleric Majid Jafari Tabar, linked to unusual charges including supernatural claims. His wife, Mina Monagheb, has also reportedly received a death sentence.
- Majid Jafari Tabar has been detained for six months in solitary confinement.
- The charges against him include financial misconduct and claiming a connection with the Imam of the Time.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran's clerical system is complex, with significant power struggles among religious leaders, and the judiciary often plays a pivotal role in these conflicts. The use of death sentences in such cases raises alarms about human rights.
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