The Tragedy of Karbala: A Story of Unmatched Sacrifice and Eternal Legacy.

Introduction The tragedy of Karbala is not merely an incident of the past. It is a living chapter in the history of humanity, one that continues to inspire courage, justice, and resistance against tyranny. This historic event unfolded on the 10th of Muharram in the year 61 A.H. (October 10, 680 CE) in the scorching plains of Karbala, Iraq. It was here that Imam Hussain ibn Ali (a.s.), the beloved grandson of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w.), stood against the corruption and oppression of Yazid ibn Muawiya. The Battle of Karbala, fought on 10 October 680 CE (10th of Muharram, 61 AH), stands as a pivotal event in Islamic history, particularly within Shi'a tradition. This confrontation occurred near the Euphrates River in present-day Iraq and involved a small group led by Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, opposing the forces of the Umayyad Caliph Yazid. Historical Context The Rise of the Umayyad Dynasty Following the assassination of Caliph Ali ibn Abi Talib in 661 ...