Muharram
Lessons From the uprising of Imam Hussain (a.s)
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Facts About Ashura fast
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Mourning for Imam Husain (a.s); Sunnah or Bid’a?
Some Sunni scholars consider the act of weeping and mourning for Imam Husain (a.s) as an innovation (i.e. Bid'a), an action which has no basis in the Qur'an and the Prophetic practice (Sunnah). This is while weeping or mourning for the deceased ones is not only in accordance with the Quranic report, but also it was the practice of the Prophet and his pure household (Ahl al-Bayt). |
Imam Husain (a.s) at a glance
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Ashura: A day of mourning or Joy?
The tenth day of Muharram is considered by Shia Muslims as a day of mourning while Sunni Muslims consider it a day of joy and festivity. Based on several historical reports, the day of Ashura was described as a day of tragedy and mourning by the noble Prophet of Islam (PBUH) and his pure household (a.s). |
The Sacred Months in Islam
Four out of twelve months of the year are considered sacred in the Qur'an. Therefore, every Muslim needs to treat them with utmost respect and honour. |
Muharram
![]() Muḥarram is the first month of the Islamic calendar. |
Imam Hussain (as):"Death with dignity is better than life with humility"
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Convoy of Love
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Pure body
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Water
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O Ibn Shabib!
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