Tasua

Tasua, the 9th day of the Islamic month of Muharram, marks the eve of the anniversary of the 7th-century martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the third Shia Imam. Processions march down the streets or accumulate in mosques throughout the united states of America because the devoted beat their chest en masse in hypnotic harmony. Meanwhile, nazri, votive meals offerings, are allotted to some of the people. Best witnessed in Zanjan or Yazd, this spiritual rite will offer excellent perception into Shia Islam in Iran. This is one of the most famous festivals in Iran that any visitor should not miss when coming to Iran.

In the times of Tasua and Ashura, Muslims visited mosques and Takiehs or visited mourning ceremonies. They recite Hadith and poems in honor of Abbas ibn Ali. In general, the mourning ceremonies encompass processions, chanting and self-flagellation. One of the oldest and maximum not unusual place traditions amongst Muslims is to want for something from Allah at the same time as additionally promising to feed people. In Iran this culture is well-mounted and reaches its climax on Tasua and Ashura (the ninth and tenth of Muharram) while mourners are fed.

Time : the 9th day of the Islamic month of Muharram

Location: All around Inran