Moharram (Noun)
Meaning
The first month of the Islamic calendar.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- Moharram is a period of mourning for many Muslims, particularly Shia, around the world to commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein.
- The new year for Muslims begins with the month of Moharram, a time for introspection and self-reflection.
- Ashura, which falls on the 10th day of Moharram, is a day of great significance for many Muslims.
- During Moharram, many Shia Muslims engage in somber processions and ritual acts of mourning.
- In many Muslim countries, the occasion of Moharram is marked by traditional cultural and religious events.