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 Spending on Family on the Day of Ashura Introduction The Day of Ashura, observed on the 10th of Muharram, holds significant importance in the Islamic Islamic calendar. While many Muslims Muslims fast on this day to commemorate the liberation of Prophet Musa (Moses) and the Children of Israel from the Pharaoh, others also use this occasion to express gratitude for Allah's blessings by spending on their families. The Significance of Spending on Family In Islamic teachings, spending on one's family is considered an act of charity and a means of seeking Allah's pleasure. On the Day of Ashura, Muslims can demonstrate their gratitude for the blessings they have received by providing for their families' needs and exceeding their expectations. Ways to Spend on Family 1. *Preparing Special Meals*: Cooking favorite dishes or ordering special meals can bring joy to family members and create lasting memories. 2. *Gifts and Surprises*: Giving gifts or surprising family members wit...

  Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه), the grandson of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the son of Imam Ali (رضي الله عنه) and Fatimah al-Zahra (رضي الله عنها), holds a deeply respected and revered position in *Ahl al-Sunnah wa’l-Jama’ah (Sunni Islam)*. His legacy, especially his martyrdom at Karbala, is recognized as one of the most profound and tragic events in Islamic history. ### *Imam Hussain (RA) in Sunni Islam:* #### 1. *Love and Reverence* Sunni Muslims deeply love and respect Imam Hussain (RA) as part of the *Ahl al-Bayt* (the Prophet’s household), which the Qur'an and many hadith emphasize. The Prophet ﷺ said: > *“Hussain is from me, and I am from Hussain. Allah loves those who love Hussain.”* > — (Sunan al-Tirmidhi, 3775 – Hasan) #### 2. *Martyrdom at Karbala* Sunni scholars regard the *Battle of Karbala* (61 AH / 680 CE) as a *great tragedy* and *a moral stand* against tyranny and injustice. Imam Hussain's refusal to pledge allegiance to Yazid is seen as an act of principled le...