battle of kerbala

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Definition

Proper noun A significant historical and religious battle that took place in the year 680 AD (61 AH in the Islamic calendar) near the city of Karbala, in modern-day Iraq. It was a military engagement in which Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, and his small band of followers and family members were killed by the forces of the Umayyad caliph Yazid I.

Usage and Examples
  • The battle of Kerbala is a central event in Shia Islam, symbolizing the struggle against injustice and tyranny.
  • Scholars study the historical accounts and consequences of the battle of Kerbala.
  • The martyrdom at the battle of Kerbala is commemorated during the month of Muharram.
Advanced Usage and Significance
  • The battle of Kerbala is not merely a historical event but a foundational narrative in Shia Muslim theology and identity. It represents the ultimate sacrifice for principle over power.
  • The event is the direct basis for the annual rituals of remembrance known as Ta'ziyeh (passion plays) and Majlis, where the story is recounted.
Variants and Related Words
  • Battle of Karbala: An alternative, more common modern spelling.
  • Battle of Kerbela: A less common historical variant spelling.
  • Ashura: Refers specifically to the 10th day of Muharram, the date on which the battle culminated.
Synonyms and Related Terms
  • Massacre of Karbala: Emphasizes the one-sided nature and tragic outcome of the event.
  • Martyrdom of Husayn: Focuses on the central figure and the religious aspect of the event rather than the military conflict.
Noun
  1. a battle in 680 in which the grandson of Mohammed and his followers were killed
    • the Battle of Kerbala is the basis for the Ta'ziyehs that are performed annually

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