Muharram

SUMMARY: The blessed day of Ashura, during the sacred month of Muharram, gives Muslims gratitude and hope from the story of Musa to remember that Allah is always in control and helps His servants.

SUMMARY: The sacred day of Ashura is a major event in the Islamic calendar, and has surprisingly carried over into the southern Americas. Learn how Ashura left an impact so far from Arabia and teach your family about this event and its significance.

SUMMARY: Fasting to commemorate the day of Ashura is a meaningful and recommended ritual for Muslims in view of that day's great significance and sanctity.

SUMMARY: With differences between Sunnis and Shias on the significance and actions of such days as Ashura, Muslims must remember not to let their differences become a source of communal strife.

SUMMARY: Learning and engagement with the Hijri Calendar can add depth to our faith and acquaint us with priceless knowledge about our Islamic history and heritage.