moharram
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Definition
- Noun:
- The first month of the Islamic calendar: "Moharram" is the name of the initial month in the Hijri calendar, which is a lunar calendar used in Islam. It is a month of solemn observance for many Muslims.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Islamic New Year begins on the first day of Moharram.
- Many communities hold special prayers during Moharram.
Advanced Usage
- "In Moharram": used to indicate an event occurring within this specific month.
- The historical event is commemorated in Moharram.
- "The month of Moharram": a formal or emphatic way to name the period.
- Fasting is encouraged during the month of Moharram.
Variants and Related Words
- Muharram: An alternative and very common transliteration of the same Arabic word.
- Al-Muharram: The full Arabic name, often prefixed with the definite article "Al-".
Synonyms
- First month (of the Hijri calendar): A descriptive synonym.
- Islamic New Year month: A contextual synonym referring to its position.
Notes on Different Meanings
- While primarily denoting the calendar month, "Moharram" is strongly associated with the Day of Ashura (the 10th day of the month), a day of fasting and mourning, particularly in Shia Islam. The month itself is often considered sacred.
Noun
- the first month of the Islamic calendar