Muharram is one of the four sacred months of the Islamic calendar, observed with great reverence by Muslims worldwide. It marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year and is the first month in the Hijri calendar. Muharram holds profound historical and spiritual significance, particularly for Shia Muslims who commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (AS), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), in the Battle of Karbala.
Significance of Muharram Muharram is a time for reflection, mourning, and honoring the sacrifices made by Imam Hussain (AS) and his followers. The events of Karbala serve as a poignant reminder of the principles of justice, truth, and steadfastness in the face of tyranny—
quotes on Muharram and Imam Hussain (AS) ‘
1. “Every day is Ashura and every land is Karbala.” – Imam Hussain (AS) ‘
2. “The best of riches is leaving desires.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
3. “I am not rising against Yazid as an insolent or rebellious person, a tyrant or an oppressor. I have risen against Yazid as I seek to reform the Ummah of my grandfather.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
4. “Death with dignity is better than a life of humiliation.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
5. “A person who has been granted four things has not been deprived of four things: one who prays has not been deprived of an answer; one who repents has not been deprived of acceptance; one who seeks forgiveness has not been deprived of forgiveness; one who is grateful has not been deprived of more blessings.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
6. “Do not oppress anyone, so that you may not be oppressed.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
7. “The most generous person is the one who offers help to those who do not expect him to help.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
8. “A true believer is the one who never abandons his principles even if it costs him his life.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
9. “The way to live an honorable life is to live with truth and justice.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
10. “When you are in difficulty, do not be disheartened, because the Almighty will provide a way out for you.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
11. “Remain patient during difficulties and hardships, for patience is the key to relief.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
12. “Hasten towards goodness and shun evil.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
13. “O Allah, I only complain to You and no one else.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
14. “Beware of oppressing the one who has none to defend him against you, except Allah.” – Imam Hussain (AS)
15. “The real battle is within oneself, to stand firm in the face of one’s desires.” – Anonymous
16. “Karbala is a lesson for those who heed the call of truth over falsehood.” – Anonymous
17. “Hussain is the beacon of guidance and the ark of salvation.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
18. “When the battle was over, Hussain was left alone, without any help.” – Anonymous
19. “Imam Hussain stood for righteousness and justice, even when the odds were against him.” – Anonymous
20. “In the remembrance of Karbala, we find the strength to fight against all forms of oppression.”
– Anonymous Shayari on Muharram and Karbala
1. Ya Hussain (AS) “Zameen-e-Karbala par lahu se likh diya Hussain ne, Zulm se kabhi na darna, sada yeh keh diya Hussain ne.”
2. Mera Imam Hussain (AS) “Aye Hussain (AS), teri azmat ko salam, Tu hai karbala ka shamsher-e-bezuban.”
3. Karbala Ki Shaan “Karbala ki zameen pe naaz kar, Shaheed ho gaya jo, wo Hussain hai.” 4. Shaheed-e-Karbala “Shaheed-e-Karbala ka gham hamesha rahega, Husain ka naam duniya mein sada rahega.”
5. Zikr-e-Hussain (AS) “Zikr-e-Hussain (AS) hai dil ka sukoon, Har marz ki dawa hai ya Hussain (AS).”
6. Karbala Ki Qasam “Karbala ki qasam hai, Hussain (AS) se wafa karna, Har mushkil ko imaan ke saath jhelna.”
7. Aye Hussain (AS) “Aye Hussain (AS), teri qurbani ko salam, Zulm-o-jabar se jo, na dare, wo hai Imam.”
8. Yaad-e-Karbala “Yaad-e-Karbala mein ankhon se aansu bahte hain, Hussain (AS) ke gham mein log phir se jeete hain.”
9. Shahadat-e-Hussain (AS) “Shahadat-e-Hussain (AS) ko na bhool payegi duniya, Karbala ki yeh dastan hai, jo sabko rulayegi.”
10. Karbala Ka Pegham “Karbala ka pegham hai, haq ke liye jeena, Zulm ko mitana aur insaniyat se pyaar karna.” Muharram is a time of deep reflection, mourning, and learning. It reminds us of the values of justice, courage, and unwavering faith exemplified by Imam Hussain (AS) and his followers.
As we commemorate the sacrifices of Karbala, we are called to stand against oppression and uphold the principles of truth and justice in our lives.