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.

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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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 4662

Narrated Abu Bakr: 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, four of which are sacred. Three of them are in succession; Dhul-Qa'da, Dhul-Hijja..

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Jami at Tirmidhi Hadith No. 438

Abu Hurairah narrated that: Allah's Messenger (S) said: The most virtuous fasting after the month of Ramadan is that of Allah's month of Al-Muharram. And the most virtuous Salat after the obligatory is the night prayer. ..

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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 1592

Narrated `Aisha: The people used to fast on 'Ashura (the tenth day of the month of Muharram) before the fasting of Ramadan was made obligatory. And on that day the Ka`ba used to be covered with a cover. When Allah made the fasting of the month of..

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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 3832

Narrated Ibn `Abbas: The people used to consider the performance of `Umra in the months of Hajj an evil deed on the earth, and they used to call the month of Muharram as Safar and used to say, When (the wounds over) the backs (of the camels) have..

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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. 1960

Narrated Ar-Rubi' bint Mu'awadh: The Prophet sent a messenger to the village of the Ansar in the morning of the day of 'Ashura' (10th of Muharram) to announce: 'Whoever has eaten something should not eat but complete the fast, and whoever is..

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Sahih Bukhari Hadith No. 3397

Narrated Ibn `Abbas: When the Prophet came to Medina, he found (the Jews) fasting on the day of 'Ashura' (i.e. 10th of Muharram). They used to say: This is a great day on which Allah saved Moses and drowned the folk of Pharaoh. Moses observed the..

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Sahih Muslim Hadith No. 3009

Ibn Abbas (Allah be pleased with them) reported that they (the Arabs of pre-Islamic days) looked upon Umra during the months of Hajj as the greatest of sins on the earth. So they intercalated the month of Muharram for Safar and said: When the..

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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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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.