The month of Muharram is an important month in the Islamic calendar. The first month of the Hijri calendar, Muharram has a special importance, especially because it coincides with the Day of Ashura.
When is the 10th of Muharram?
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The 10th day of the month of Muharram is Tuesday, July 16 this year.
Worships to be Performed in the Month of Muharram
- It is recommended to fast in Muharram.
- It is important to cook and distribute Ashura on the Day of Ashura.
- It is recommended to perform 2 rakat prayers on the first night of Muharram.
- During the month of Muharram, virtuous deeds are encouraged.
The Virtue of the Month of Muharram
The month of Muharram means “respected, revered”. Being one of the sacred months, the month of Muharram has great importance in the religion of Islam. It is believed that the prayers and worships performed in this month are more virtuous.
Details on the Month of Muharram Worship
| Worships | How To? |
|---|---|
| Prayer on the First Night of Muharram | On the night when the month of Dhul-Hijjah connects to the month of Muharram, a prayer of 2 rakats is performed. In each rakat, 7 Fatiha, 7 Ayetel Kursi and 7 Ihlas Surahs are read. |
| Prayer of 1-10 Days of Muharram Month | It is a 6-rakat prayer that should be performed only once. It can be performed between the evening and night prayers. |
