04/08/2026
Arbaeen, meaning the “40th” in Arabic — signifies the 40th Day of commemorating the martyrdom of Imam Hussain and his companions. Interwoven within the chronology of 40 days, lies the tragedy of the victims from the family of Imam Hussain, held captive by the forces of Yazid following Ashura.
Arbaeen is a tribute to the survivors: the widowed mothers and orphaned children, who were held captive and forced to journey from Karbala to Kufa and then Damascus, in the midst of facing conflict, captivity, grief, bereavement, horrific confines of imprisonment and estrangement from their home. On the 40th Day the survivors return to Karbala.
Inspired by the lessons of Karbala - the Lady Fatemah Trust has continued to serve through 40 days. Because survivors deserve integrity.
🏴 Read more about our Muharram projects, and continue the legacy of service:
Iftuk.co/muharram