While reaping the virtues of fasting on the day of Aashura, an important lesson is emphasised by means of this fast. This is the lesson of firmly maintaining one’s Islamic identity at all times, totally refraining from imitating the kuffaar (disbelievers) and even avoiding any resemblance with them as far as possible.

Many erroneous beliefs exist regarding the Day of Ashura. It is necessary that such beliefs be discarded. The day of Ashura is regarded by many as the day of mourning the martyrdom of Sayyidina Husein (Radhiallahu-anhu).

Jul 15, 2024 · “The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) came to Madinah and saw the Jews fasting on the day of ‘Ashura’. He said, ‘What is this?’ They said, ‘This is a righteous day, it is the day when Allah saved the Children of Israel from their enemies, so Musa (alaihi salaam) fasted on this day.’

On this day the sea was split into various pathways for Musa (A.S) and his people, thus granting them victory over the tyrant Firawn. Hazrat Ibn Abbas (R.A) reports that the Prophet (S.A.W) arrived in Madinah and found the Jews observing fast on the day of Ashura.

Here are ten things to keep in mind amongst others. Number one, on the Eve of the 10th of Muharram, year 61 AH, Imam Husayn alayhi as-salam, as well as his companions, felt the sweetness of the remembrance of Allah through recitation of the Qur'an and worship of the Almighty Subhana wa ta'ala.

Practices to be observed on the Day of Aashura: Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam is reported to have said: “Observe the fast of Aashura and oppose (the way of) the jews. Fast a day before it or a day after it (as well).” (Baihaqi) With regard to the blessing of this fast, Nabi sallallahu alayhi wasallam was asked regarding its virtue.

Ashura is commemorated by millions annually as a day of grief and sorrow. However there are recommendations for believers on this day. Sheikh Mohammed Al-Hilli outlines 10. #Ashura #Muharram #ImamHusayn

Sep 27, 2018 · A few things considered desirable on Ashura are as follows: • Fast on Ashura (It is also recommended to fast a day before and after Ashura as well) – Allah will pardon your minor sins from the previous year. • Pray extra rakats of Nafl …

Aug 26, 2020 · ‘Ashura’ is a day to repent ‘The Messenger of Allah (saw) said, “If you will fast after the month of Ramadan, then fast al-Muharram, for indeed it is Allah’s month in which there is a day that Allah accepted the repentance of a people, and in which He accepts the repentance of other people”’ (Tirmidhi). Fasting on the days before ...

“Observe the fast of Aashura and oppose the Jews. Fast a day before it or a day after.” (Hadith:Baihaqi) Hence, it is important to either fast on the ninth and the tenth or the tenth and the eleventh of Muharram. To fast only on the day of Aashora is …