день ашура 2025

Day of Ashura, observed annually by Muslims, holds significant religious and historical importance. In 2025, the day is expected to fall around January 9th, although the exact date depends on the sighting of the moon, which dictates the Islamic lunar calendar. The Islamic calendar, also known as the Hijri calendar, is approximately 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar, causing Islamic holidays to shift each year.

Ashura is primarily observed by Shia Muslims, commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussein ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. Hussein’s sacrifice is seen as a testament to his unwavering commitment to justice and truth in the face of tyranny. For Shia Muslims, Ashura is a day of profound sorrow and mourning. Observances often include passionate lamentations, processions, and reenactments of the events that unfolded in Karbala. Many Shia Muslims wear black clothing as a symbol of grief and participate in communal gatherings where sermons and religious recitations are delivered.

A central ritual of Ashura is the act of remembrance and reflection on the significance of Hussein’s sacrifice. Many Shia Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn until sunset, mirroring the suffering endured by Hussein and his followers in Karbala. This period of fasting and abstinence is a time for spiritual contemplation and introspection. In some communities, self-flagellation rituals are practiced as a symbolic expression of grief and atonement, though these practices are controversial and discouraged by many Shia religious leaders.

While Ashura is primarily associated with Shia Islam, Sunni Muslims also recognize the day, though their observance differs significantly. Sunni Muslims commemorate Ashura as the day that the Prophet Moses (Musa) and the Israelites were saved from the Pharaoh by God, when the Red Sea was parted. As a result, many Sunni Muslims observe Ashura as a day of voluntary fasting, giving thanks to God for this historical deliverance. They might also engage in acts of charity and good deeds.

Regardless of the specific practices, Ashura serves as a time for Muslims to reflect on themes of sacrifice, justice, and the struggle against oppression. It’s a reminder of the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity. Across the Muslim world, Ashura is marked by a heightened sense of religious devotion, reflection, and community solidarity. In 2025, as in every year, Ashura will provide an opportunity for Muslims to reaffirm their faith and remember the enduring lessons of history.