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Ashura History

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

Amin G. Aaser | Posted 02.05.2012 | Religion
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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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PHOTOS: Shiite Muslims Observe Holy Day Of Ashura With Self-flagellation

Posted 12.04.2011 | Religion
Read More: Ashura Fast, Islam, Ashura Explained, Video, Ashura, Ashura 2011, Ashura Rituals, Ashura 2011 Dates, Ashura History, Ashura Dates, Ashura Blood Drive, Religion News

WARNING: Some images of Ashura observance are graphic: Ashura, an optional fast day for Muslims that commemorates different things for Sunnis and...

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