It is Muharram; the first month of the Hijri year, one of the sacred months (al-ash-hur al-hurum) and a month that features the great occasion of `Ashura’.

In this folder, we answer some of your questions about the status of this month, its fasting and some practices and misconceptions associated with it.

What Is the Significance of Fasting the Day of `Ashura’?

Can I Fast `Ashura’ While Owing Days from Ramadan?

Intending to Fast `Ashura’ During the Day: Valid?

Making Up for Missed `Ashura’ Fasting: Allowed?

Adornment and Applying Kohl on the Day of `Ashura’: Any Evidence?

What Are the Virtues of the Month of Muharram?

Muharram Days: Any Significance?

Hurting Oneself in `Ashura’: Any Basis?

Why Did Muslims Follow the Jews in Fasting `Ashura’?

What Are the Merits of Fasting the 9th and 10th of Muharram

How Many Consecutive Days to Fast in Muharram?

Marriage in Safar or Muharram: Prohibited?