Historical Background (With Years)

Arrival in Karbala

• 2nd Muharram, 61 AH

• Corresponding Year: 680 AD

Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه) arrived in Karbala with his family and companions after being stopped by the army of Yazid.

The Day of Ashura

• 10th Muharram, 61 AH

• Year: 680 AD

Key events:

• Water blocked for 3 days

• Children and women suffered extreme thirst

• One by one, companions and family members were martyred

• Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه) was martyred in the afternoon

This land became Maqam-e-Ashura, sanctified by blood shed for Islam.

Importance of Maqam-e-Ashura in Islam

• Center of Islamic sacrifice

• Proof that truth is above life

• Eternal lesson against injustice

• Spiritual heart of Karbala

The Prophet ﷺ said:

“Hussain is from me, and I am from Hussain.”
(Tirmidhi)

Miracles of Maqam-e-Ashura

Muslims across generations have reported spiritual and physical miracles, always believing that Allah grants them through this sacred land.

Famous Reported Miracles

• Acceptance of Duas made sincerely at Karbala

• Healing from illnesses

• Relief from depression and fear

• Inner peace and spiritual awakening

• Answered prayers during Ashura & Arbaeen

Scholars emphasize that miracles occur by Allah’s will, due to the holiness of the sacrifice made here.

Duas Recited at Maqam-e-Ashura

1. Ziyarat-e-Ashura

One of the most famous supplications recited worldwide, remembering the sacrifice of Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه).

2. Dua for Justice & Patience

Pilgrims pray for:

• Strength in faith

• Courage to stand for truth

• Protection from ظلم (oppression)

3. Dua for Hajat (Needs)

People ask Allah for:

• Rizq

• Shifa

• Family peace

• Forgiveness

Spiritual Lessons from Maqam-e-Ashura

• Never compromise on truth

• Stand with justice even if alone

• Sacrifice worldly comfort for Allah

• Protect Islam at all costs

• Patience in hardship

Maqam-e-Ashura Today

• Location: Karbala, Iraq

• Nearby Shrines:

  • Imam Hussain (رضي الله عنه)

  • Hazrat Abbas (رضي الله عنه)

Major Events

• Ashura (10 Muharram)

• Arbaeen (40 days later) – millions of pilgrims

More Information for Readers

• One of the holiest lands in Islam

• Visited by Muslims from over 100 countries

• Center of Islamic remembrance (Azadari & Zikr)

• Strong connection to Ahl-e-Bait

Conclusion

Maqam-e-Ashura is not just a place—it is a message. A message that Islam is alive because someone stood when everyone else bowed. The soil of Karbala reminds us that truth never dies, and sacrifices made for Allah continue to guide humanity forever.

Visiting or remembering Maqam-e-Ashura renews faith, strengthens belief, and reminds us of our duty to stand against injustice.