Religious Events: Ruling on Late-Night Muharram Processions and Use of Loud Instruments

Practical Laws of Islam as per the teachings of Imam Khamenei

Religious Events: Ruling on Late-Night Muharram Processions and Use of Loud Instruments

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Question #1438:

During the month of the Muḥarram, commemorative processions and the sounds of drums and trumpets continue until after midnight. What is your view on such a practice?

Answer #1438:

Staging processions commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Ḥusayn (a.s.) and his companions and taking part in these religious ceremonies are commendable works. Indeed, it is among the best deeds by which one can seek closeness to Allah, the Exalted. However, one must be mindful not to embark on any action which might cause distress to others or is ḥarām in itself.

-Imam Khamenei, Practical Laws of Islam, Importance and Conditions of Religious Events