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Misconceptions about the Tragedy of Karbala

A number of misconceptions about the tragedy of Karbala have been popularized by, of all people, Muslim scholars.

Karbala, Powerful Messages to Humanity

When Imam Hussein and his 72 faithful companions were in Kerbala standing up against the soldiers of Yazid, the tyrannical ruler and usurper of the mantle of Khilafah, they were sending powerful messages to mankind.

Imam Hussein (AS) Leader of the Martyrs

(1868-1945) Sir Thomas Adams Professor of Arabic at the University of Cambridge.

Millions of Iranians Mourn Imam Hussain’s Martyrdom

Millions of Iranians hold mourning processions across the country on Ashura, which marks the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein (PBUH), the third Shia Imam.

Habib Ibn Mudhahir Al-Asadi: One of the Heroes of At-Taf

Imam al-Hussayn’s (peace be upon him) companions, were recognized by their unique qualities that made them the best martyrs.

Ta’ziyeh: Play of the War Between Good and Evil

Ta’zieh, condolence theater or passion play, is a traditional Persian theater, in which actors convey the dramatic events through music and songs. The Ta’zieh plays retail the wars between good and evil where dialogues symbolize faith, resistance, selflessness and sacrifice.

The Legacy of Ashura: Resistance and Victory

Shia Muslims around the world mark the holiest lunar months of Muharram and Safar to mourn the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein Ibn Ali.

Imam Ali ibne Musa Al Reza's Word on MUHARRAM

Imam Ali ibne Musa Al Reza (a.s) said: “O son of Shabeeb! Muharram is such a month that the Arabs of the age of ignorance (pre-Islāmic) too respected its sanctity and forbade oppression and blood-shed in it.

Learn About the Virtues of Muharram

Below is a message from Dr. Sheikh Sayyid Muhammed bin Yahya Al-Ninowy on Muharram from his Khalwa, asking everyone to make Du’a for him, and all Muslims.

The Message of Dedication in Karbala

“O People! The Messenger of Allah has said: If anyone witnesses an oppressive ruler who permits that which has been forbidden by Allah...

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