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muharrum

 

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Noun muharrum has 1 sense
  1. Muharram, Moharram, Muharrum - the first month of the Islamic calendar
    --1 is a kind of Islamic calendar month
    --1 is a part of
     Islamic calendar, Muhammadan calendar, Mohammedan calendar, Moslem calendar, Muslim calendar

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Muharram


Definition:

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar, which is considered sacred and holds significant religious importance for Muslims worldwide. It marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year.

Senses:

  1. Noun: The first month of the Islamic calendar.
  2. Noun: A period of mourning and remembrance observed by Shia Muslims in commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husayn, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad.

Usage Examples:

Noun:

  1. During Muharram, Muslims engage in fasting and special prayers.
  2. Muharram is a time for spiritual reflection and renewal.
  3. Many Muslims make generous charitable donations during Muharram.
  4. Observing the first day of Muharram is considered highly auspicious.

Noun:

  1. Every year, Shia Muslims worldwide mourn the tragic events of Muharram by participating in processions, reciting elegies, and organizing plays depicting the Battle of Karbala.
  2. The commemoration of Muharram serves as a reminder of the sacrifice made by Imam Husayn for justice and truth.
  3. During Muharram, special sermons are delivered in mosques to educate the community about the martyrdom of Imam Husayn.
  4. Shia Muslims wear black clothing as a symbol of mourning throughout the month of Muharram.

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