Ashura

Question 1

When does ashura occur?

Answer 1

10th day of Muharram

Question 2

What is Muharram?

Answer 2

first month of the Islamic lunar calendar

Question 3

What is Ashura?

Answer 3

For Shia Muslims, it is a day of mourning to remember the tragedy of Karbala, with rituals such as processions, lamentation, and reciting elegies.

For Sunni Muslims, Ashura is a day of fasting and reflection, and it is believed to be a day when good things happened to the Prophet Musa, including the salvation of the Israelites.

Question 4

‘Strike the sea with your staff,’ and the sea was split, each part was like a huge mountain.”

Answer 4

this moment serves as a reminder of God’s ability to intervene in the world and guide His followers through challenges.