Muslims worldwide celebrate the whole month of Muharram, but the tenth of this month, Ashura, is regarded as a very special day. According to the Islamic calendar, Ashura is observed on the tenth day of Muharram, which in the year 2024 is on the 17th of July. It is marked by Muslims of both denominations, though the manner of its celebration varies due to events in the past.
Of all the Islamic months, the first one, Muharram, has many meanings and importance to Muslims across the globe. It is considered a time of prayer and is celebrated also as the Islamic New Year, and time is taken to remember historical incidents. In 2024, Muharram is on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The story of Ashura is essential in the initial stage of historic Islam and subsequent occurrences in the Muslim world. The tragedy at Karbala, where Imam Hussain and his companions were martyred, is considered as one of the most significant occurrences that have formed Shii’s identity and its components. This sad incident thus remains in memory through rituals of sorrow, poems, and plays to pay tribute to the courage of Imam Hussain.
History of Muharram
Thus, the day of Ashura has significance for more than its historical background. It will refer to such ideals as justice, care, and the fight against injustice. This day makes Muslims of all groups and people in other parts of the globe understand that these are the virtues that they should live by every day. The fasting of Muharram is still observed today as Muslims all over the world still hold this holiday in high esteem. If a community center is Islamic, it will have special programs and events all through the month of Ramadan. Day of Ashura is observed as a holiday in many Muslim-majority countries.
Muharram 2024 India
Muharram is strictly followed in India with a lot of respect, and people pay a lot of attention to the practices. On the day of Ashura or Muharram Roza, people fast and they pray more than usual, and they also come together in gatherings. Muharram dua is performed by the faithful to supplicate and get guidance today. Muharram is a festival that involves the devotion of one’s soul and offers an opportunity for preaching, remembering the value of sacrifice and patience as well as fighting for the truth.
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