Ashura is a significant religious observance in Islam that commemorates the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala. It is observed on the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar, and is a day of mourning and reflection for Shia Muslims. The event holds deep historical and spiritual importance, symbolizing sacrifice, justice, and resistance against oppression.

During Ashura, Shia Muslims participate in rituals such as mourning processions, recitations of poetry and sermons recounting the events of Karbala, and acts of charity. Some may also engage in self-flagellation as a form of expressing grief and solidarity with Husayn. The day serves as a reminder of the values of courage, faith, and standing up against tyranny, inspiring believers to uphold these principles in their own lives.