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Moroccans associate Ashura with a mythical character they call \u201cBaba Ashour\u201d<\/span><\/h4>\n

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Despite the fact that there is no narration that mentioning that Ashura is a day of celebration, in Morocco, Ashura is considered as a social celebration because it\u2019s an occasion observed by many people, children especially. Moroccan families in general, usually gather for special meals and children enjoy many exciting activities.<\/h4>\n

Moroccans associate Ashura with a mythical character they call \u201cBaba Ashour\u201d who is a legendary figure appearing in the songs of young women and children, who sings songs and asks for money while beating drums.<\/h4>\n

Shia Muslims commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein, peace be upon him, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him and his progeny, who was martyred at the Battle of Karbala on Muharram 10 in the year 61AH.<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Moroccans associate Ashura with a mythical character they call \u201cBaba Ashour\u201d \u00a0 Despite the fact that there is no narration that mentioning that Ashura is a day of celebration, in Morocco, Ashura is considered as a social celebration because it\u2019s an occasion observed by many people, children especially. 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