Individually, Shia families might observe the mourning in ways such as not having joyous occasions as part of Muharram’s mourning period. The 10th day of Muharram is called Ashura, and it is of ...

The Day of Ashura is the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram. The Prophet Muhammad singled it out as a recommended fasting day and made it a meritorious act for his followers. He also ...

Therefore, Saturday (Nov. 26) was the last day of Dhul Hijjah, and Sunday is the first of Muharram. Hence, the 10th of Muharram corresponds with Tuesday (Dec. 6).