The month of Muharram has started from today.

Tehsil.biz informs that the year 1443 ends according to the Hijri-lunar calendar, the beginning of the new year 1444 - the 1st of the month of Muharram falls on July 30, 2022 according to the Gregorian calendar, and the day of Ashura falls on August 8 does.

The Caucasian Muslim Administration (CMA) appealed to the believers and reminded them that during Muharram ceremonies, it is forbidden to injure the body with various instruments, draw blood, etc. it is not permissible according to Sharia. Donating blood to the memory of the Karbala martyrs for medical needs, which was carried out at the initiative of the CMB during the Muharram period in recent years, is one of the most suitable examples of mourning. This year, the humanist tradition will be continued, blood bank branches in the capital and regions, as well as other health centers will donate blood with the intention of donating, they will give life to thousands of sick people and children suffering from hereditary diseases for the sake of Imam Hussain.

In addition, CMI Council of Veterans informs its local representatives that in accordance with the Law "On Freedom of Religious Belief", they should hold religious ceremonies in mosques, shrines and their respective areas. Especially taking into account the growing trend of the pandemic in recent days, Muharram rites should be in accordance with medical and preventive rules.