Hadith on Muharram

Hadith on Muharram showcases the significance of this holy month in Islam. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught the truth about the Day of Ashura, that it is one of the four sacred months, and urged Muslims to fast during it voluntarily, especially on the day of Ashura. These are the hadiths that explain the meaning, merits and Islamic lessons of Muharram.

Jami at Tirmidhi Hadith No. 741

An-Nu'man bin Sa'd narrated: A man asked Ali: Which month do you order me to fast after the month of Ramadan?' He said to him, 'I have not heard anyone ask this except for a man whom I heard asking the Messenger of Allah while I was sitting..

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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 1892

Narrated Ibn `Umar: The Prophet observed the fast on the 10th of Muharram ('Ashura), and ordered (Muslims) to fast on that day, but when the fasting of the month of Ramadan was prescribed, the fasting of the 'Ashura' was abandoned. `Abdullah did..

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Sunan Abu Dawood Hadith No. 2429

Narrated Abu Hurairah: The Messenger of Allah صلی ‌اللہ ‌علیہ ‌وسلم as saying: The most excellent fast after Ramadan is Allah's month al-Muharram, and the most excellent prayer after the prescribed prayer is the prayer during night. ..

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Sunan An Nasai Hadith No. 1614

It was narrated from Humaid bin 'Abdur-Rahman- that is Ibn 'Awf, that Abu Hurairah said: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: 'The best fasting after the month of Ramadan is the month of Allah, Al-Muharram, and the best prayer is prayer at night.' ..

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Sunan Abu Dawood Hadith No. 4602

Aishah said: The camel of Safiyyah daughter of Huyayy was fatigued, and Zainab had a surplus mount. The Messenger of Allah صلی ‌اللہ ‌علیہ ‌وسلم said to Zainab: Give her the camel. She said: Should I give to that Jewess? Thereupon the Messenger of..

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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 7447

Narrated Abu Bakra: The Prophet said, Time has come back to its original state which it had when Allah created the Heavens and the Earth, the year is twelve months, of which four are sacred; (and out of these four) three are in succession,..

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Jami at Tirmidhi Hadith No. 740

Abu Hurairah narrated that : the Messenger of Allah said: The most virtuous fasting after the month of Ramadan is Allah's month Al-Muharram. ..

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Sunan An Nasai Hadith No. 2815

It was narrated that Ibn Abbas said: They used to think that performing 'Umrah during the months of Hajj was one of the worst of evil actions on Earth, and they used to call Muharram 'Safar,' and say: 'When the sore on the backs of the camels..

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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 3942

Narrated Abu Musa: When the Prophet arrived at Medina, he noticed that some people among the Jews used to respect Ashura' (i.e. 10th of Muharram) and fast on it. The Prophet then said, We have more right to observe fast on this day. and ordered..

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Sahih Muslim Hadith No. 4383

Abu Bakra reported that (in the Farewell Address) Allah's Apostle ( ‌صلی ‌اللہ ‌علیہ ‌وسلم ‌ ) said: Time has completed a cycle and come to the state of the day when Allah created the heavens and the earth. The year is constituted of twelve..

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Hadith on Muharram

Abu Hurairah narrated

that the Prophet (P.B.U.H) said: "The best fast after the month of Ramadan is fasting in the month of Allah, al-Muharram."

(Sahih Muslim 1163).

Importance of Muharram in Islam

One of the reasons for this is that Muharram is one of the four sacred months of the Islamic religion. During this month, Muslims are encouraged to respect it by avoiding doing something wrong and doing more good deeds and acts of worship. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) also emphasized the blessings of fasting, particularly on the Day of Ashura, during the month of Muharram. It's time to reflect, devote and seek Allah's mercy.

Events that took place in Muharram

Muharram has been a very important Islamic month for muslims because of the following historical events:

    • The Battle of Karbala: One of the most heartfelt moments of remembrance is when Imam Husayn ibn Ali, his family, and companions were martyred at Karbala.
    • Prophet Musa: Allah saved Prophet Musa and the Children of Israel from the tyranny of Pharaoh by splitting the Red Sea and Pharaoh drowned in the sea.
    • Prophet Nuh: After the great flood, Prophet Nuh's ark landed safely on Mount Judi.
    • Prophet Adam: When Prophet Adam accepted Allah's repentance and went to the earth.
    • Prophet Yunus: Saved from the belly of the big fish.
    • Prophet Ibrahim: Saved by King Nimrod's blazing fire.
    • Prophet Yusuf: Released from the prison of the Egyptians.
    • Prophet Ya'qub: His eyesight was restored to him.
    • Prophet Ayyub: Relieved from his long trial and sickness.

    What should muslims do in Muharram?

    Perform prayers, Recite QuranMake dua and seek Allah’s forgiveness,  give charity, and observe fasting, especially on the 9th and 10th of Muharram.

    Can Muslims fast throughout the month of Muharram?

    Yes, Muslims can fast the entire month of Muharram; voluntary fasting is allowed and encouraged.

    What happened on the 10th of Muharram?

    The 10th of Muharram is called Ashura and is of significance in Islamic tradition. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) advised fasting on Ashura because it is the day Allah saved Prophet Musa (AS) and the Israelites from the Pharaoh.