Muharram mourning tradition in the desert

Imam Hussain and his companions, even though their seeming defeat, gained the hearts of billions of people over the last 1400 years and preserved Islam from corruption and immorality. Millions of Shia now pay honour to Hussain for his position and mourn his death, just as those who lived in the 7th century were inspired by Hussain’s stand. Till today, millions from all over the world come to pay their respects at Hussain’s grave at Karbala and annually mourn him during the month of Muharrum. They remember his sacrifice and honour his legacy.