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Shiite Muslim devotees self-flagellate during Ashura rituals in New Delhi, India. - Kabir Jhangiani/NurPhoto/Getty Images
Most rituals take place during the first ten days of Muharram, culminating on Ashura with processions in major Shia cities. [ 30 ] [ 46 ] The main component of ritual ceremonies ( majalis , sg. majlis ) is the narration of the stories of Karbala ( rawza-khwani , qiraya ), [ 47 ] [ 30 ] [ 27 ] and the recitation of elegies and dirges ( nawha ...
Performance of Tatbir in Iran.An image from Brooklyn Museum.The image is taken between 1876 and 1933. Tatbir, also called Zanjeer Zani or Qama Zani, [1] is practiced by some Shia Muslims on the day of Ashura on the 10 Muharram of the Islamic calendar and on the 40th day after Ashura, known as Arba'een (or Chehelom in Persian) by Twelver Shias around the world.
Nowadays, most mourning rituals take place during the first ten days of Muharram, culminating with processions in major Shia cities on the tenth day, known as Ashura. Often held in dedicated buildings, the main component of mourning ceremonies is the recitation of Karbala narratives intended to raise the sympathy of audience and move them to tears.
The Husayniyya is a multipurpose hall for the commemoration rituals of Shia and gets its name from Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of Muhammad. [2] They are referred to as Takya among Sunni Muslims and have common origin. [3] Chota Imambara in Lucknow, India
The Pools of ʻOheʻo, also known as the Seven Sacred Pools, are a group of tiered pools in ʻOheʻo Gulch in Haleakalā National Park in Maui, Hawaii. They are located in the national park's Kipahulu area. [1] Despite its nickname, there are more than seven pools in the area. [2] The Hawaiian word "ʻOheʻo" translates to "something special." [3]
Steamships provided passenger service around Maui and between the islands. Kīpahulu Landing allowed growers and ranchers to ship their goods to markets. The Kīpahulu Landing is private, and protected by The Nature Conservancy. [1] [2] The highway was closed from 2006 to 2008 due to earthquake damage. [3]
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