Source: Maḥnāmah al-Ḥadīth, Ḥaẓro
① Status of Muharram
Muharram is one of the four sacred months. Engaging in warfare during this month is prohibited, unless disbelievers initiate hostilities against Muslims; in such a case, Muslims may defend themselves fully.
(Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī: 1742)
② Misconception Regarding Marriage
It is commonly believed by some that “one should not contract marriage in Muharram.” However, there is no basis for this in Sharīʿah.
③ Visiting and Renovating Graves
Specifically:
❀ Visiting cemeteries,
❀ Applying plaster to graves, or
❀ Renovating them
only in Muharram has no proof in the Book or Sunnah.
Note: Remembering death, praying for the deceased, and visiting graves at any time is permissible, provided all innovative practices are completely avoided.
④ Wearing Black as a Garment of Mourning
Wearing black in Muharram and labeling it as the “garment of grief” has no support from the Qur’ān or Sunnah.
⑤ Mourning Rituals for Ḥusayn’s Martyrdom
On 10 Muḥarram 61 AH, Ḥusayn رضي الله عنه was tragically martyred in Karbala. The following actions upon his martyrdom are prohibited:
① Wailing loudly
② Chest-beating
③ Lamentation (wailing)
④ Tearing garments
⑤ Beating oneself
Conclusion
Muharram’s sanctity must be upheld by adhering strictly to the Qur’ān and Sunnah, and by avoiding all forms of bidʿah.
