How many Shia events are there in a year?

There are over 76 significant Shia Islamic events throughout the year, including 31 commemorations, 23 celebrations, and 22 other important dates.

What is the difference between Shia commemorations and celebrations?

Commemorations are solemn occasions marking martyrdoms and tragic events, often observed with mourning rituals. Celebrations are joyous occasions marking births, victories, and divine blessings, often observed with festive gatherings.

Ashura falls on the 10th of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic Hijri calendar. The exact Gregorian date changes each year as the Islamic calendar is lunar-based.

What is Eid al-Ghadir?

Eid al-Ghadir is celebrated on the 18th of Dhul Hijjah, commemorating the day when Prophet Muhammad designated Imam Ali as his successor at Ghadir Khumm. It is one of the most important celebrations for Shia Muslims.

Shia Events

Explore the complete Shia Islamic calendar with over 76 events, including commemorations of the Ahlul Bayt, celebrations, and important historical dates throughout the year.

Summary

The Shia Islamic calendar contains 76+ significant events throughout the year. These include 31 commemorations marking martyrdoms and solemn occasions, 23 celebrations marking births and joyous events, and 22 other important dates in Islamic history.

•76+ Shia Islamic events
•31 commemorations
•23 celebrations
•22 other important dates
•Covers years 2024-2050

Types of Shia Events

Commemorations

Martyrdoms & solemn occasions

Celebrations

Births & joyous occasions

Historical Events

Important dates in history

Major Shia Events

Martyrdom of Imam al-Hussain (as)

Just over 50 years after Muhammad's death, Hussain, his grandson, opposed the corrupt Umayyad tyrant Yazid. Refusing to support evil, Hussain migrated from Medina to Mecca and toward Kufa but was blocked at Karbala by 30,000 troops. With 72 companions, deprived of water and outnumbered, they were killed for upholding principles. His sister Zainab condemned Yazid in his palace. Hussain's sacrifice inspired the Umayyad overthrow and millions worldwide who mourn him.

Key Takeaways

1ShiaCal tracks 76+ significant Shia Islamic events
2Events include commemorations (martyrdoms) and celebrations (births, victories)
3All dates are provided in both Hijri and Gregorian calendars
4Major events include Ashura, Arbaeen, and Eid al-Ghadir
5The Islamic calendar is lunar, so dates shift ~11 days earlier each year
6Add any event to your personal calendar with one click

Frequently Asked Questions

Major Shia events include Ashura (10th Muharram), Arbaeen (40 days after Ashura), Eid al-Ghadir (18th Dhul Hijjah), and the birth/martyrdom anniversaries of the Prophet Muhammad, Imam Ali, and the other Imams of Ahlul Bayt.

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