The Shia community is one of the two main branches of Islam, the other being Sunni. Shia Muslims believe that leadership should have remained within the family of the Prophet Muhammad, specifically through his cousin and son-in-law, Ali. This belief leads to a distinct religious and cultural identity. Shia Islam is characterized by its unique practices, rituals, and interpretations of the Quran. The community commemorates significant events, such as the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Muhammad, during the Battle of Karbala. This event is central to Shia identity and is observed annually during the month of Muharram.