Synonyms for

Karbala

Verb / ˈbɑ:lʌ / Another word for karbala — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Karbala is a city in Iraq where a famous battle took place in 680 CE.

Synonyms & similar words

kerbela kerbala karbala Ashura Muharram Karbala-e-Moalla Karbala-e-Mualla Karbala-e-Qatil Karbala-e-Tahta Karbala-e-Zaidi

Example sentences

  1. The people of Karbala were very brave during the battle.
  2. I learned about the Battle of Karbala in my history class.
  3. Every year, Muslims around the world commemorate the tragedy of Karbala during Muharram.
  4. The Hussaini Brahmins in India are named after Imam Hussain, who was martyred in Karbala.
  5. The Hussainabad Trust in Lucknow organizes a big procession during Muharram to remember the Battle of Karbala.

Quotes

  • "Every day is Ashura, every land is Karbala." - Imam Hussain
  • "I have not come out to fight for the sake of power; nor have I risen up for the sake of wealth; rather, I have risen up for the sake of the principles of justice and freedom." - Imam Hussain, before the Battle of Karbala
  • "Hussain is from me and I am from Hussain." - Prophet Muhammad, referring to his grandson who was martyred in Karbala

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