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August 2024 |Mahjubah Magazine196. LifestyleAccording to Bourdieu%u2019s theories, lifestyle and capital (both material and cultural) have a reciprocal influence on each other. The women studied in this research generally belong to the middle or lower social classes but hold higher positions in terms of cultural capital. These women are often active in cultural and religious activities and play significant roles, particularly in educational and promotional fields.Subjects and the Arba%u2019een FieldPresence and Activist Activities:Most female pilgrims have participated in the Arba%u2019een pilgrimage for nearly a decade, engaging in promotional and cultural activities. These women include university professors, writers, and researchers who, through their travels to Iraq and various activities along the Arba%u2019een route, contribute to the promotion of religious and cultural values.Attitudes Towards Arba%u2019een:For many women, Arba%u2019een represents an opportunity to renew their commitment to the Ahl al-Bayt and experience empathy with Lady Zainab and other members of the Ahl al-Bayt. They view Arba%u2019een as a chance to gain a deeper understanding of their cultural and religious beliefs and to establish an emotional connection with religious figures.Conclusion:Activist women participating in the Arba%u2019een pilgrimage possess distinct identity models that include a commitment to religious principles, a dedication to education, and engagement in cultural activities. Many of these women are in economically disadvantaged positions due to limited financial resources, yet they possess high levels of cultural capital. These women are highly committed and active in their religious and cultural endeavors, with their participation in Arba%u2019een being recognized as a profound cultural and spiritual experience. Although their understanding of identity modeling may be incomplete, the effort to pursue and strengthen this understanding is of great importance. The text provides a comprehensive examination of the experiences and roles of these women in the Arba%u2019een pilgrimage and their impact on their identity and activities.