Ways of The Prophet (S.A.W)

FASTING ON THE DAY OF ASHURA

Hadrat Abdullah lbn Abbas (Radi Allaahu Ta’ala Anhu) narrated that the Prophet had made it a point to fast on the day of ashura and commanded the Muslims to do so. On this certain Companions told him that it was a day held in honour by the Jews and Christians. If we fast on this day, will this not mean similarity between them and us? The Prophet replied, if I am spared till next year, I shall fast on the ninth also. But before the next Muharram, the Prophet breathed his last. [Muslim, Marif -ul- Hadis]