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The 12 pages that link to Najaf, each with the reason it gives.

• KufaRelated: Nearby Najaf inherited regional religious prominence, especially through the shrine of Ali.

• Arba'eenRelated: Many pilgrims begin the long walk to Karbala in Najaf.

• Marja'iyyaRelated: Its seminaries have long trained jurists and housed influential centers of emulation.

• Arba'in pilgrimageRelated: Many pilgrims begin the walk to Karbala from this city.

• Ja'fari schoolRelated: Its seminaries became influential centers for Ja'fari jurisprudence.

• Shaykh TusiRelated: Tusi settled here and established a lasting center of Twelver scholarship.