Muharram

Ashura: How Reflecting On Hussein's Sacrifice Made Me Honest

Amin G. Aaser | Posted 02.05.2012

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Amin G. Aaser

Long ago, Hussein, a distinguished spiritual leader in Arabia faced an incredible challenge: accept the rule of a wicked tyrant and live, or reject the immoral leadership and be martyred?

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The Significance Of Muharram And Centrality Of Imam Hussain

Mike Ghouse | Posted 02.01.2012

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Mike Ghouse

Killing of Imam Hussain is actually the death of evil, as the longing to be righteous and just gets refreshed after each conflict. He was martyred on the 10th day of Muharram and many a Muslim fasts on that day and pledges to be righteous.

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Ashura: Shi'a Islam's Day Of Sorrow And Inspiration

Aziz Poonawalla | Posted 05.25.2011

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Aziz Poonawalla

Ashura is the story of Imam Hussain AS, who was martyred by the forces of Yazid on the plains of Karbala in what is modern-day Iraq. Ashura is not a sectarian doctrine but a timeless message that resonates in every era.

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