Ashura (OCR GCSE Religious Studies): Quizzes
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What does the term 'Ashura' mean in Arabic?
What does the term 'Ashura' mean in Arabic?
Tenth
Which groups of Muslims observe Ashura?
Which groups of Muslims observe Ashura?
Both Sunni and Shi'a Muslims
How do Sunni Muslims primarily observe Ashura?
How do Sunni Muslims primarily observe Ashura?
Fasting and reflection
What event do Sunni Muslims commemorate on Ashura?
What event do Sunni Muslims commemorate on Ashura?
Musa and Israelites saved from Pharaoh
Is fasting on Ashura obligatory for Sunni Muslims?
Is fasting on Ashura obligatory for Sunni Muslims?
No, but highly recommended
Who was Imam Husayn?
Who was Imam Husayn?
Grandson of Prophet Muhammad
When did the Battle of Karbala take place?
When did the Battle of Karbala take place?
680 CE
What do Shi'a Muslims do to commemorate Ashura?
What do Shi'a Muslims do to commemorate Ashura?
Mourning rituals and processions
What does Ashura symbolise for Shi'a Muslims?
What does Ashura symbolise for Shi'a Muslims?
Struggle against tyranny and injustice
What do Shi'a Muslims reaffirm on Ashura today?
What do Shi'a Muslims reaffirm on Ashura today?
Commitment to justice and truth
What does Ashura remind Sunni Muslims of today?
What does Ashura remind Sunni Muslims of today?
Importance of gratitude and repentance
On which day of Muharram does Ashura fall?
On which day of Muharram does Ashura fall?
10th day