Arba'een

Arba'een is a significant religious observance in Islam, particularly for Shia Muslims, marking the 40th day after the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala. It symbolizes mourning, remembrance, and the reaffirmation of Imam Hussain’s sacrifice for justice and righteousness. Millions of devotees undertake a pilgrimage on foot to the shrine of Imam Hussain in Karbala, Iraq, to honor his legacy, reflect on themes of sacrifice and resistance, and foster communal unity and spiritual renewal. Arba’een is one of the largest annual gatherings globally, emphasizing spiritual devotion and historical memory.