Twelver Shia holy days


Twelver Shia Muslims commemorate significant events in the lives of their Imams throughout the year. These commemorations, known as ma'ātem, are observed according to the Islamic lunar calendar (Hijri). They include both joyous occasions, such as the birth anniversaries of Imams (Eid al-Melaad), and solemn events, such as the martyrdom anniversaries of Imams (Eid al-Gharib). The following is a list of these commemorations organized by Hijri month.