SUMMARY: Ashura is a day of great significance in Islam, on which many Muslims fast to commemorate Allah's rescue of Prophet Musa. In addition it is a day of historical significance for the martyrdom of the champion for justice and truth, Husain ibn Ali.
SUMMARY: The Islamic Calendar, which begins with the Hijra, is critical for Muslims to keep track of the Islamic months and their prescribed rituals as well as the track of historical events.
SUMMARY: Learning and engagement with the Hijri Calendar can add depth to our faith and acquaint us with priceless knowledge about our Islamic history and heritage.
SUMMARY: With the arrival of the new Islamic year and the sacred month Muharram, Muslims have an opportunity to set their aims and plans for worship over the upcoming year.
SUMMARY: Eidul-Adha is one of Islam's major holidays. Reenacting parts of its rituals can help children understand and relate to the lessons of Eidul-Adha and the obedience of Prophet Ibrahim and his family to Allah.
SUMMARY: The story of the family of Prophet Ibrahim carries timeless lessons for Muslims in faith, patience and perseverance, and sincerity towards Allah.
SUMMARY: On Eidul-Adha we commemorate the story of Prophets Ibrahim and Ismail who proved their sincerity and faith to Allah, who turned their trial into a demonstration of His mercy that Muslims mark every year.