Dr.Mazhar Naqvi
The story of Amjhar Shareef village of
District Aurangabad in Bihar is similar to Alipur about observance of Muharram with
harmony and tolerance. Like Alipur, the Hindus also have been preparing Tazias for
decades. In 2019, Kameshwar Chaudhary, Rameshwar Chaudhary, Surendra and Pintu had
earned accolades for preparing a very attractive Tazia.
According to Tazia makers, as many as 75
Hindu families of the village observe Muharram with solemnity and even keep
fast till burial of Tazias. Village head, Arif Rizvi, attribute the participation
of Hindus to the blessings of Sufis. He said “ it was Sufis who began preaching
about tragedy of Karbala from their hosepipes and encouraged Taziadari wherever
they settled.
As they always showed great respect to
people from all walks of life and offered solace to humanity, both Hindus and
Muslims began participating in Muharram ceremonies. He thanks Allah that the Hindus
and Muslims of the area have never fallen prey t separatist forces and carrying
on the legacy with traditional enthusiasm.
Source: Internet
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