The blessed month of Muharram is one of the best months in the Islamic Calendar. It is the time of commemoration of the story of Karbala, spiritual reflection, and practicing good deeds to gain mercy and abundant rewards. Muharram 2025 is a reminder for the Muslims to reconnect with faith and the core values of Islam including patience, sincerity, and devotion. Here we have 4 things you should know about this sacred month:
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It is one of the 4 sacred months of the Islamic Lunar Calendar
Muharram is the first and one of the 4 sacred months of the Islamic calendar. The literal meaning of the word ‘Muharram’ is ‘forbidden’. This essentially denotes that due to the sacred status of this month, certain actions are particularly forbidden in this month. The word Muharram and Haram (the name of Khana e Kaaba) are derived from the same Arabic word. Both the house of Allah and this sacred month share the association of being spaces of purity and worship. Every act—good or bad—practiced during this month carries more weight compared to normal days
War Is Forbidden In Muharram
Muharram is a sacred month when warfare is expressly forbidden. However, in the tragic events at Karbala, this prohibition was violated. War was waged against the Prophet’s (PBUH) grandson Hazrat Imam Hussain (AS) during Muharram, culminating in the tragedy of Karbala. This moment in Islamic history symbolises the ultimate steadfastness for truth, justice, and faith against oppression.
Charity During Muharram
During the sacred month of Muharram, the acts of fasting and engaging in charitable activities reap abundant rewards. While recalling the tragedy of Karbala, when one specifically donates to provide food and water, it carries immense spiritual value. No one can ever let go the oppression the family of our beloved Prophet (PBUH) faced when they were denied even the most basic necessities. This time symbolizes a spiritual awakening for the Muslims and to seek blessings of Allah (SWT) by practicing noble deeds
On the 10th of Muharram, known as Ashura, the rewards are especially multiplied. As narrated in Latā’if al-Ma‘ārif by Ibn Rajab (RH):
“Whoever fasts on Ashura, it is as if he fasted the entire year. And whoever gives charity on this day, it is like the charity of an entire year.”
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How Al-Wahab Foundation Makes the Most of Muharram?
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The Tenth Day of Muharram
The tenth day of Muharram al-Haram (10th Muharram) is called Ashura. This day is observed to commemorate the death of the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, Hussayn Ibn Ali. History reveals that Imam Hussayn once raised objection to the legitimacy of caliph Yazid and revolted against him. This led to the battle of Karbala, and the beheading of the revolutionary leader and imprisonment of his family, on the day of Ashura in 680 AD.
The day of Ashura is also known for when Prophet Musa (AS) led Israel through the Red Sea and got victory over Egyptian Pharaoh and his army of war chariots on the 10th day of Muharram. There is another belief that Adam and Eve were created by God on the 10th day of this holy month.
Read more on:Muharram and Significance of Fasting on Ashura
Conclusion
The sacred month of Muharram is a time for both inner reflection and engaging in the acts of kindness. To make the most of this sacred time, fasting, making heartfelt duas, and helping those in need can gain us immense rewards. This time of year serves as a powerful reminder of the virtue of patience and steadfastness in faith. These qualities are among the most beloved and immensely rewarded by Allah (SWT).
“Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” (Qur’an 2:153)
Be a part of meaningful change this Muharram by supporting initiatives that feed the hungry and provide clean water to underserved communities. Your Sadaqah can provide hope and nourishment to the most deserving, this Muharram. Let this month be the best start of the new year, filled with blessings and multiplied rewards.
