Assalamu Alaykum Friend,

With the arrival of the New Hijri Year, Muharram, we've entered a sacred month known as the 'Month of Allah.' As we begin this new year, we are also approaching the significant day of Ashura, and we would like to take this opportunity to remind you of its importance.

What is the day of Ashura?

Ashura marks the day that Allah (SWT) freed Prophet Musa (AS) and the Children of Israel from Pharaoh. After years of torture and enslavement, Allah (SWT) split the sea so they could escape to freedom.

When Prophet Muhammad (SAW) spoke about this day, he said:

‘This is a great day when Allah saved Musa and his people and drowned Pharaoh and his people.’ (Sahih Muslim)

What is the Reward of Observing fast on this day?

The day of Ashura falls on the 10th day of Muharram.

Imaam al-Nawawi (may Allah have mercy on him) said:

'Fasting `Ashura expiates for all minor sins of the past year.'

Our Prophet (SAW) advised us to also fast a day before it or you can fast the day after it but no doubt fasting the three days is excellence. However if you find fasting difficult then try to just fast the Friday (10th of Muharram).

May Allah (SWT) accept it from us, Ameen.