What is another word for Kerbala?

Pronunciation: [kɜːbˈɑːlə] (IPA)

Kerbala is a holy city in Iraq, known for the Battle of Kerbala, an important event in Shia Islam. The city is also home to the mausoleum of Hussein ibn Ali, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and a revered figure in Shia Islam. Synonyms for Kerbala include Karbala, Al-Khazir, and Al-Hussein City. These names are often used interchangeably to refer to the city and its historic significance. The word "Karbala" is thought to derive from the Arabic words Karb and Babel, meaning "anguish" and "Babylon," respectively, referencing the sorrow and tragedy of the Battle of Kerbala. Despite its painful history, Kerbala remains a spiritual and cultural center for Shia Muslims around the world.

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  • Equivalence

    • Proper noun, singular
      Karbala, karbalaa.

What are the hypernyms for Kerbala?

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  • Other hypernyms:

    city, holy city, Historic City, Iraqi City, Shia Muslim Shrine City.

Usage examples for Kerbala

They are careful to say their prayers, to observe Muharram as a season of mourning and to go on pilgrimage to Mecca and Kerbala.
"The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II"
R. V. Russell

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