The Mourning Ceremonies of Muharram: Tasua and Ashura

While the mourning of Ashura has deep roots in Islamic tradition, it also serves as a form of protest and political expression in some societies. The story of Karbala is often used as a metaphor for standing up against tyranny and injustice. Throughout history, movements for freedom and civil rights have drawn inspiration from Hussein’s sacrifice, seeing in it a timeless call to conscience and resistance.