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Muharram 2025: All you need to know about its date, significance, and traditions
Muharram, the first month of the Islamic Hijri calendar, will begin on June 27, 2025, depending on the sighting of the crescent moon. This marks the start of the Islamic New the first month of the Islamic calendar, marks the beginning of the Hijri year and holds profound spiritual and historical significance for Muslims as one of the four sacred months in Islam, Muharram is a period of peace, reflection, and devotion, during which warfare is traditionally
The month is especially important for commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala, an event that symbolises the enduring struggle for justice and fasting, prayer, and acts of charity, Muslims honour the values of sacrifice and righteousness during this sacred is one of the four sacred months in Islam, during which warfare is traditionally forbidden. The name 'Muharram' means 'forbidden' in Arabic, reflecting this it marks the Islamic New Year, Muharram is not a festive occasion but a period of mourning and reflection, especially for Shia month centres around the remembrance of the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), who was killed in the Battle of Karbala in 680 sacrifice is seen as a symbol of resistance, justice, and moral courage, inspiring millions to stand up for truth and AND RITUALSThe first ten days of Muharram are observed with deep mourning, particularly by Shia practices include wearing black, attending nightly religious gatherings (majlis), participating in Ashura processions (often barefoot and chanting lamentations), and avoiding celebrations or worldly 10th day, known as Ashura, is the most significant. It commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain and his companions. Shia Muslims may engage in rituals such as chest-beating (latmiya) and self-flagellation (tatbir) to express Muslims may observe fasting and special prayers on Ashura, reflecting on the deliverance of Prophet Musa (Moses) and the Children of Israel from Pharaoh, among other historical the Muslim world, Muharram is a time for introspection, increased worship, and recommitment to spiritual values such as sacrifice, justice, and summary, Muharram 2025 will begin on June 27, ushering in a sacred period of mourning, reflection, and remembrance, with Ashura as its spiritual and historical focal point.- Ends
