The Day of Ashura and its Place in the Religious Life of the Ott
The Day of Ashura was celebrated in the Ottoman period by Muslims according to the identity of their sect, either as a day of mourning or as a day of celebration. Throughout the Ottoman period, leadership in the Ashura traditions belonged to the palace. The necessary ingredients for cooking the Ashura pudding would be sent to the Topkapı Palace kitchens from the royal larder a few days before an...

The Day of Ashura and Its Historical Dimensions
The principal events that are thought to have taken place on the day of Ashura are; The repentance of Prophet Adam was accepted on this day; Prophet Noah's ark settled on Mt. Judi and the believers were saved; for this reason a fast of thanksgiving was held; Prophet Moses and the Israelites were saved from the oppression of the Pharaoh on this day. In addition to this, there are those who are of...