The martyrdom commemorated on the 10th of Muharram, Ashura, is traditionally linked to Friday, October 10, 680 CE in the Battle of Karbala, which corresponds to the 10th of Muharram in 61 AH. That date is observed as a day of mourning for Imam al-Husayn and his companions.

Quick Scoop

  • Hijri date: 10 Muharram, 61 AH.
  • Gregorian date: October 10, 680 CE.
  • Day of the week: Friday.

Note

Because the Islamic calendar is lunar, the exact Gregorian date of Ashura can vary by location in modern years, but the historical martyrdom date above is the commonly cited one for Karbala.