Ashura in Morocco: A Puzzling Celebration
Mabrouk laawasher (laawacher) is an expression one constantly hears in Morocco during the first ten days of the Islamic year. It means, “Happy ten days.” …
Holidays
Day of Ashura – Religious Meaning and Moroccan Traditions
In Morocco, there’s no mistaking when the Islamic lunar month of Muharram draws near. It’s the time of year, not long after Eid al Adha, …
Eid Al Adha (Eid Al Kabir) in Morocco – The Festival of the Sacrifice
Muslims worldwide observe two major religious holidays: Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha. The first marks the end of Ramadan while the second culminates …