On Sha'ban, Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) fasted for more days.
Also, ‘Aisha was once asked: “Did the Prophet fast for three days every month [outside the month of Ramadan]?” She replied: “Yes.” - “And on what days?” - they asked her. “He (may the Almighty bless him and greet him) did not pay attention to which days to fast,” replied ‘Aisha.
Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) commanded Abu Hurayrah to perform three actions, one of which was fasting for three days every month.
One day the Messenger of the Almighty said to Abu Dharr: “If you fast for three days every month, then fast on the thirteenth, fourteenth and fifteenth [according to the lunar calendar].”
The Prophet also said: “Whoever fasts three days a month [every month], it is like fasting for a century.”
Of course, all these hadiths refer to additional fasting (nafilah), which is observed at will. You can fast on the middle three days (according to the lunar calendar) or selectively on any three days. For each of them there is a tenfold reward, by the grace of the Creator; this fast is counted as if the person was fasting whole month. Of course, these hadiths have nothing to do with the month of Ramadan. During Ramadan you need to fast for the entire month. And this post is required.
In addition, the Prophetic Heritage mentions additional fasting on Mondays and Thursdays.
Some aspects regarding additional fasting are as follows: 1) the intention regarding it is made in the heart and the following du’a can be pronounced: “Navaitu an asuma sawma nafilya minal-fajri ilal-maghribi khalisan lil-lahi ta'ala" ("I intend to observe additional post from dawn to sunset, doing it sincerely for the sake of the Almighty"); 2) after sunset, when breaking the fast and before eating food, it would be advisable to say: “Allahumma lakya sumtu wa bikya aamantu wa aleykya tawakkyaltu wa ‘ala rizkykya aftartu.” Fagfirli, I am gaffar ma kaddamtu wa ma akhhartu" (“Lord, for the sake of Your pleasure with me, I fasted, believed in You, relied on You and broke my fast using Your gifts. Forgive me for past and subsequent sins, O All-Forgiving One!”).
We also know from the reliable Sunnah that it is impossible to single out Friday and Saturday by fasting specifically on these days. You can fast on these days if you also fast the day before or one day after.
Immediately a day or two before the start of the month of Ramadan, it is not advisable to fast. Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) said: “If the second half of the month of Sha’ban begins, then do not fast. [This applies to those who did not fast in the first half of a given month]" ; “Let none of you fast a day or two before the month of Ramadan, except those who have fasted before. If a person fasted, he may not interrupt [for these one or two days].”
On the holiday of Eid al-Adha and holidays Eid al-Fitr fasting is prohibited (haram).
6 days of fasting in the month of Shawwal
Is it true that if you fast for six days after Eid al-Adha, it counts as fasting for the whole year? Rashid.
“Whoever fasted [the entire] month of Ramadan, and then [at the end of the holiday] fasted six days in the month of Shawwal, the Lord determined for him a reward equal to what He credited for fasting for a century.”
On which days is it correct to keep the 6 days of fasting in the month of Shawwal? I found conflicting information on the Internet: either immediately after the first day of the holiday, or during the month on any days? Malika.
The main thing is to skip one holiday, and after that you can fast any six days of the month.
Is it obligatory to continuously fast for six days after the month of Ramadan or can it be spread out whenever possible?
It is not necessary to fast for six days in a row. It is important that total number The days of fasting in this month were six.
For good reasons, I did not fast for the entire month of Ramadan. Do I need to first complete all the days of fasting and only then keep an additional 6 days in the month of Shawwal (I always fast on these days)? Or can you keep it for 6 days, and make up the days of fasting for Ramadan later? Aliya.
Any of the options is possible.
I heard that fasting in the month of Shawwal and debt for Ramadan can be kept at the same time. How true is this and are there any reliable hadiths confirming this? Arai.
Should I first fast for Ramadan and then fast for 6 days in the month of Shawwal?
There are no hadiths that directly speak about this. There is only indirect argumentation. Many Muslim theologians have expressed the opinion that the following form of combination is permissible: a person intends to make up for the missed obligatory fast by observing it precisely in the month of Shawwal for six days. Thus, the obligatory fast is fulfilled and the Divine reward is acquired for observing six days of fasting in the month of Shawwal.
If the debt exceeds one month (not 29-30 days, but more), 6 days of fasting in the month of Shawwal can be transferred to the next month? D.
You should keep six days only in the month of Shawwal, and a replenishable fast, for example, can be transferred to short winter days.
An authentic hadith says that fasting on this day is so rewarding that it can atone for the sins of two years. See, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 254, hadith No. 1701; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 301, Hadith No. 525, “sahih”.
Let me note that people making a pilgrimage are prohibited by the text of the hadith from fasting on the day of standing on Mount ‘Arafa. Theologians talk about undesirability. See, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 254, hadith No. 1702, and also P. 256; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 301, 302, hadith No. 526 and explanation to it.
Regarding fasting on the day of ‘Ashura’, the day before and after it (9, 10, 11th days of the month of Muharram), see, for example: Ash-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 volumes. T. 4. pp. 256-261, hadiths No. 1706-1714 and comments to them; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 303, hadiths No. 528-530, all “sahih”.
The tenth day of the month of Dhul-Hijjah is Eid al-Adha. On this day, fasting is prohibited (haram).
See, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 255, 264.
See, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. S. 259, 261, hadiths No. 1715 and 1716; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 302, Hadith No. 527, “sahih”, as well. P. 303, Hadith No. 531, “Hasan”.
For more details, see, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 262, 263; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 304, Hadith No. 532, “sahih”.
See: Al-Munziri Z. Mukhtasar sahih Muslim [A shortened version of the collection of hadiths of Imam Muslim]. Beirut: al-Yamamah, 1996. P. 189, Hadith No. 627.
See, for example: Al-Bukhari M. Sahih al-Bukhari [Code of hadiths of Imam al-Bukhari]. In 5 volumes. Beirut: al-Maktaba al-'asriya, 1997. Vol. 2. P. 588, hadith No. 1981; al-Baga M. Mukhtasar sunan at-Tirmidhi [Abridged version of the collection of hadiths of at-Tirmidhi]. Beirut: al-Yamamah, 1997. P. 99, Hadith No. 760.
See, for example: Al-Baga M. Mukhtasar sunan at-tirmidhi. P. 100, Hadith No. 761, “Hasan”; al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 269, hadith No. 1728; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 305, Hadith No. 539, “Hasan”.
This can be at the beginning of the month, or in the middle, or at the end. That is, it doesn’t matter. See: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 volumes. T. 4. P. 270.
This refers to the case when a person fasts throughout the entire month of Ramadan year after year, and in subsequent months lunar calendar fasts for three days. See, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 269, hadith No. 1729; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 305, Hadith No. 536, “sahih”.
See, for example: Al-Bukhari M. Sahih al-Bukhari. T. 2. P. 588, Hadith No. 1979; al-Baga M. Mukhtasar sunan at-tirmidhi. P. 100, hadith No. 762, “hasan sahih”; al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. P. 269, hadith No. 1731; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 305, Hadith No. 535, “sahih”.
See, for example: Al-Shavkyani M. Neil al-avtar. In 8 vols. T. 4. S. 264, 265, hadiths No. 1718-1720; al-Qaradawi Y. Al-muntaka min kitab “at-targyb wat-tarhib” lil-munziri. T. 1. P. 306, Hadith No. 541, “Hasan”.
Islamic scholar Sherzod Pulatov answers the questions.
Only a few hours remain until the start of the holy month of Ramadan for all Muslims. This year it will last from May 27 to June 25, 2017.
These days, Muslims all over the world will fast (in Turkic and Persian languages - Uraza, and in Arabic it is pronounced - Saum), that is, abstaining from food and drink during the daytime, marital intimacy, obscene thought, word or look.
Information and Consulting Center " Hotline 114" on religious issues has collected for you the most common questions regarding the implementation of this pillar of Islam.
The questions are answered by Sherzod Pulatov, Islamic scholar, member of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, ACIR expert, certified mediator (Peace Institute New York).
What is the significance of fasting in the month of Ramadan for Muslims?
Muslim fasting is divided into two types: obligatory and voluntary. Mandatory fasts include fasting in the month of Ramadan. And voluntary fasts include those observed by the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) at times other than the month of Ramadan and advised Muslims to observe it.
It should be noted that the important significance of fasting in Ramadan is given precisely by the fact that in this month a revelation began to be sent down to the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) - these are the first verses (ayat) of the Koran.
It is known that on one of the last ten days of the month of Ramadan the night of destiny begins. Prayers on this night are accepted and worship is equivalent to the worship of a thousand months, which is approximately 83 years. Many scholars suggest that it occurs on the night of the 26th to 27th month of Ramadan, even if there is information about its signs in reliable hadiths, no one can say with certainty about exact date the onset of this night.
The Koran speaks about this in Surah “Predestination”: “Verily, We sent it (the Koran) on the night of predestination. How could you know what the night of predestination is? The night of predestination is better than a thousand months. On this night the angels and the Spirit (Jabrail) descend with the permission of their Lord according to all His commands. She is safe until dawn."
There are many hadiths (sayings) of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) about the importance of fasting. Thus, in a well-known hadith cited in the collection “Al-Bukhari”, in which Abu Hurayrah reports that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “The reward for every deed of the son of Adam increases from ten to seven hundred times.” The Great and Mighty Allah said: “Except for fasting. Verily, fasting is for Me, and I reward it. The slave leaves his passion and food for My sake, and the one who fasts experiences joy twice: when he breaks his fast and when he meets his Lord.”
In another hadith, also cited in the collection “Al-Bukhari”, it is reported from the words of Abu Hurayrah that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “ When Ramadan comes, the gates of Heaven are opened, the gates of Hell are closed, and the devils are put in chains.”
What evidence is there that requires Muslims to fast?
Fasting during the month of Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam and is obligatory for all Muslims. However, fasting is not a new obligation for Muslims that came with the advent of Islam, since its observance was prescribed to the peoples who lived in previous times, called in the Koran the peoples of the scripture (Jews and Christians).
This is stated in the Koran in Surah “The Cow” verse 183: “O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you, just as it was prescribed for your predecessors, perhaps you will be afraid.”
By fasting during this month, Muslims test the strength of their faith and show patience and the ability to control their desires and passions. Direct evidence of the obligatory observance of fasting is available both in the Koran and in the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him).
Thus, we can observe the injunction for obligatory fasting in the month of Ramadan in Surah "The Cow" in verse 185, which says: "In the month of Ramadan, the Qur'an was revealed - a true guide for the people, clear evidence from the right guidance and discernment. Those of you, whoever this month finds should fast. And if anyone is sick or on a journey, then let him fast for the same number of days at other times. Allah desires ease for you and does not desire difficulty for you. He desires that you complete certain number days and exalted Allah for guiding you to the straight path. Perhaps you will be grateful."
In the hadith cited in the collection "Al-Bukhari", it is reported from the words of Ibn Umar that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “Islam is based on five components: the testimony that there is no one and nothing worthy of worship except Allah Almighty; performing the obligatory five times prayer; payment of zakat; making a pilgrimage to Mecca; observing fasting in the month of Ramadan."
In addition to the above evidence, there are many verses in the Koran that talk about what rules are prescribed for observing fasting and there are a number of reliable hadiths that show how the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) observed fasting during the month of Ramadan, and also observed voluntary fasts in other months of the year.
Who is supposed to comply Muslim fast, and is there an exception to the rule?
Fasting during the month of Ramadan is a mandatory requirement for every healthy, conscious, adult Muslim.
Elderly people and chronically ill people who are unable to fast for a year are exempt from fasting. They are obliged to pay (the so-called fidyu-sadaqa), that is, to feed one poor Muslim for each day of fasting. It is allowed to feed 30 people at the same time or in different time. Pregnant women and breastfeeding women may not fast, but are required to make up for it later.
Travelers or wayfarers are allowed not to fast during the month of Ramadan, but they are also required to make up for lost fasting within a year. According to the norms of Islamic law (Sharia), a traveler (musaffir) is considered a person who has moved away from his settlement more than 88 km in accordance with the rules of the Hanafi legal school. In addition, in order for a traveler to be allowed not to fast, it is necessary that the journey continues until the end of the day. For someone who, while still at home, began to fast - that is, he set out on the road after the time of Fajr ( morning prayer), it is not allowed to break the fast, that is, to break the fast.
Women are not allowed to fast during Ramadan during menstruation (haid) or postpartum bleeding (nifas). If a woman fasts during Haida or Nifas, it is considered a sin. Missed days of fasting will also need to be made up later.
Mentally ill and mentally retarded people, as well as children who have not reached the age of bulug (puberty, after which a person becomes an adult according to Sharia, for boys this is 12-15 years old, for girls – 9-15) do not fast.
However, those missed by such good reasons days of fasting will definitely need to be completed after the end of Ramadan (at any time during the year, but preferably before the start of the next Ramadan).
If a person has some kind of chronic disease that does not allow him to fast (for example, diabetes or a stomach ulcer, when one cannot go without food for a long time), and doctors have determined that his condition worsens from prolonged fasting, he is allowed not to fast .
In verse 184 of Surah "The Cow" it is stated as follows: “You should fast for a limited number of days. And if any of you is sick or on a journey, then let him fast for the same number of days at another time. And those who are able to fast with difficulty should feed the poor as an atonement. And if someone voluntarily does a good deed , then so much the better for him. But it would be better for you to fast, if only you knew!"
What actions violate fasting and how to make up for it?
As we said earlier, fasting is broken by menstruation and postpartum bleeding (if it occurs before sunset), which is replenished on another day during the year.
Sexual intercourse (whoever commits it during the day in the month of Ramadan is obliged to fast for 60 days in a row to atone for sin; whoever breaks the fast on one of these days is obliged to begin this fast again; a woman who enters into such a relationship not of her own free will must only compensate for the fast without atonement).
Intentional vomiting.
Deviation from the intention to fast, even if one has not broken the fast.
Food and drink (if a fasting person ate or drank out of forgetfulness, then his fast is not broken).
Smoking, chewing gum, injections for parenteral nutrition.
Intentional arousal with release of semen.
All of the above violations of fasting, which do not include atonement, are made up for on another day during the year.
What actions do not break the fast?
Bathing for cleansing from defilement or for another purpose. Injections (except for nutrients and vitamins) and eye drops. Eating food or water due to forgetfulness. Rinse your mouth and nose without swallowing water. Using the tip of the tongue to determine the taste of food during its preparation. Use of antimony. Swallowing saliva, dust and smoke. Bloodletting for medicinal or other purposes. Kiss of the wife (for those who are able to control themselves). Discharge from the genitals without ejaculation. On the night of the month of Ramadan, it is permissible to eat, drink and have sexual intercourse with your spouse.
What is fitr sadaqah and how to pay it?
All Muslims are required to pay fitr sadaqa (zakat al-fitr), which is paid for a man, a woman, a child, an adult, and even for a fetus in the womb (for Muslims only). Zakat al-Fitr must be paid in the amount of one sa" of dates, barley, wheat, sultanas, rice or cheese. One sa" is equal to 2.4 kg. It is paid before people go out for Eid prayer (ayt namaz). You can pay it two days before the holiday. The head of the family pays zakat al-fitr for himself, his children, his wives and even for the child in the womb and distributes it among the poor, beggars, orphans and the needy.
In the hadith cited in the collection “Al-Bukhari”, it is reported that Ibn ‘Umar said: “The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) made it obligatory to distribute zakat al-fitr in the form of one sa' food. He made it obligatory for slave and free, man and woman, young and old from among Muslims, ordering it to be done before going out for the holiday. prayer."
At a meeting of the presidium of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kazakhstan, held in Ust-Kamenogorsk, the amount of zakat-ul-fitr for Muslims during Ramadan in 2017 was established. The amount of Zakat-ul-Fitra is determined taking into account the average price for wheat in the markets of each region of the country. By unanimous decision of the members of the presidium meeting, the amount was set at 300 tenge.
Is it permissible for someone who has a hard job not to fast?
Fasting itself is a difficult test for us. After all, the essence of fasting in Ramadan is to curb one’s passions and desires (nafs), to educate oneself through abstinence from food and drink, to be able to subordinate one’s instincts to reason, without being led by gluttony for the sake of Allah’s pleasure. Therefore, if a short-term refusal to eat and drink does not entail the danger of death or does not cause great harm to health, that is, does not lead to the fact that the fasting person may lose consciousness, then, due to minor inconveniences, give up the intention to fast and thereby break the command of the Almighty will be wrong.
Is it necessary to exclude the use of the Internet and mobile applications during Ramadan?
Nowadays, among Muslims who intend to fast, there is an opinion that during fasting it is necessary to isolate oneself from everything worldly, for example, not use the Internet and delete all mobile applications that may distract the fasting person.
Yes, of course, as we said earlier, fasting includes abstinence from worldly goods for a certain period of time, which includes daytime abstinence from food and drink, marital intimacy, indecent thoughts, words or looks, in general temporary renunciation from all that he loves human soul, and from which a person receives pleasure and pleasure.
However, this does not mean that a person should completely disconnect from Everyday life. During fasting, a Muslim must continue to work, work and do his other things, as he did on ordinary days, but adhering to the rules that are prescribed for the fasting person. It should be noted that a Muslim who adheres to fasting must first of all change his worldview along with his lifestyle, must try to become better and correct his shortcomings.
The same is true when using the Internet or mobile applications. If on ordinary days a Muslim spends time on the Internet or using applications pointlessly and uselessly for himself and those around him, then during fasting he needs to reconsider his interests and make every effort to direct the given time and the resources that he has for the benefit of his spiritual improvement and the benefits of others. For example, these same resources can be used for self-education, improving one’s moral qualities and spiritual enrichment. Communicating in the same mobile applications- do not fall into a meaningless conversation, as he did earlier, but, on the contrary, use this opportunity to do good deeds. During fasting, a Muslim must work on his mistakes and set himself up so that over the next year he can continue to behave in the same way as he did during the month of Ramadan.
Is it possible to fast for three days at the beginning of the month, three days in the middle and three days at the end?
Fasting during the month of Ramadan is obligatory for Muslims to observe in full, and exceptions exist for certain cases, which we have described in previous questions.
There is an opinion among the people that it is permissible to fast for three days in Ramadan, but there are no reasons for allowing fasting in this way in the holy month. This opinion among Muslims most likely formed in connection with the existence of hadiths that speak of a monthly three-day voluntary fast, which the prophet performed and advised his companions. For example, in the hadith cited in the collection "At-Tirmidhi", the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) commanded Abu Hurayrah to perform three actions, one of which was a three-day fast in each month.
Another example, in the hadith cited in the collection "At-Tirmidhi", it is reported that the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said to Abu Dharr, “If you fast for three days every month, then fast on the thirteenth, fourteenth and fifteenth.”
It is necessary to clarify that these hadiths were said about voluntary fasts in other months of the year. These hadiths are not related to the month of Ramadan, since one must fast for the entire month.
Question: Is it possible to fast if I do not pray?
Answer: Yes, you can. Since fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam. Insha Allah, your fast will be accepted by the Almighty.
Question: What should you say before suhoor?
Answer: Intention of fasting (niyyat):
“Navaitu an-asuuma sauma shakhri ramadaan minyal-fajri ilal-magribi haalisan lillayahi tya’aala.”
Translation: “I intend to fast the month of Ramadan from dawn to sunset sincerely for the sake of Allah Almighty.”
Question: What should you say before breaking the fast (iftar)?
Answer: Words that a fasting person says when breaking his fast (iftar):
“Allahumma lakya sumtu wa bikya amantu wa alaikya tawakkyaltu wa ‘ala ryzkykya aftartu fagfirli ya gaffaru ma kaddamtu va ma akhhartu”
Translation: “O Allah! For Your sake I kept the fast, I believed in You and I only trust in You, I break my fast with what You sent me. Forgive, O Forgiver of my sins, past and future!)" (Ibn Majah, Syyam, 48; Darakutni, II/185)."
Question: What is the best thing to do while fasting?
Answer: You should show diligence in worship, give alms, do good to people, read the Koran. If it is possible to take a vacation during fasting, it is better to do so in order to have more time to arrive at the mosque with the intention of worshiping the Almighty.
Question: How important is it to take suhoor? If I slept through suhoor and didn’t eat or drink anything during the day, wouldn’t this be considered a violation?
Answer: If you do not get up in the morning for Suhoor, this does not break your fast. The main condition is that you cannot eat or drink before iftar. But try not to skip suhoor.
During Ramadan, the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) hurried to break the fast himself and encouraged others to do the same. In addition, he (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) encouraged people to take food before dawn and, if possible, to do so just before dawn.
The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
“Suhur is a blessed time all the time, so don’t miss it, and let each of you drink at least a sip of water, for truly, Allah and His angels bless those who eat or drink before dawn” (Ahmad).
Question: Is it important to rush to break the fast?
Answer:
“Everyone will be fine as long as they hurry to break their fast.” (Al Bukhari no. 1957, Muslim no. 1098)
Question: What is the best way to break your fast?
Answer: The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
“Whoever has dates, let him break his fast with them, and whoever doesn’t have them, let him break his fast with water, for it purifies.” (Ahmad No. 15798, At Tirmidhi No. 695, Abu Dawud No. 2355)
Question: Is it possible to eat after Fajr prayer before sunrise?
Answer: After Fajr prayer, you cannot eat. It is necessary to stop eating 10 minutes before dawn.
“Eat and drink until you can distinguish the white thread of dawn from the black one, and then fast until nightfall.” (Quran 2:187)
Question: If, out of forgetfulness, I ate food and drank water during the day, is my fast broken?
Answer: Eating food and water out of forgetfulness does not break the fast. As soon as you remember that you are fasting, you need to immediately stop eating.
There is a hadith of the Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him:
“Whoever ate or drank while forgetting, let him continue his fast, for it was Allah who fed him and gave him something to drink.” (Al-Bukhari no. 6669)
Question: Is it possible to fast continuously, for example, 2 days in a row, without breaking the fast?
Answer: No you can not.
Abu Sa'id (may Allah be pleased with him) reported that he heard the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) say:
“Do not fast continuously, and whoever of you wants to do this should break his fast before dawn ( next day)". (Al Bukhari No. 1963)
Question: Is it possible to fast for several days? For example, 3 days at the beginning and 3 days at the end?
Answer: No, this is prohibited.
“In the month of Ramadan, the Qur'an was revealed - a right guide for people, clear evidence of right guidance and discernment. Whoever this month finds among you must fast.” (Quran 2:185)
Question: During fasting, I am sent on a business trip to another city. Can I pause my fast?
Answer: Allah has allowed the traveler to stop fasting even if he does not experience any difficulties during the journey. At the end of the fast, you will need to make up the missed days. The Almighty said:
“And if anyone is sick or on a journey, then let him fast for the same number of days at other times. Allah desires ease for you and does not desire hardship for you." (Quran 2:185)
Question: Can I keep a fast even though I am going on a business trip to another city?
Answer: Yes, you can.
Hamza ibn Amr al-Aslami, may Allah be pleased with him, asked the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace:
“O Messenger of Allah, I feel that I have enough strength to fast while traveling, so will it be a sin on me if I do this?” The Prophet said: “This is a permission (relaxation) from Allah, and whoever takes advantage of it will do well, and whoever wishes to fast, there is no sin on him.” (Muslim No. 1891)
Question: Is it possible to undergo circumcision (wedding, etc.) during Lent?
Answer: Yes, during the fasting period, you can circumcise your child (celebrate a wedding, etc.). But in this case, you need to move the holiday treat to the evening (after breaking the fast).
Question: Is it possible to exercise during fasting?
Answer: Yes, you can, but do not forget that during fasting it is already difficult for the body, try not to burden it. It is advisable to take a break during the fasting period.
Question: Is it possible to swallow saliva while fasting?
Answer: Swallowing saliva does not spoil the fast. But you cannot deliberately “accumulate” saliva and swallow it, as this spoils the fast.
Question: Can I chew chewing gum?
Answer: No you can not. Chewing gum contains sugar (or a substitute).
In addition, when chewed on an empty stomach, chewing gum stimulates the production of gastric juice, which contributes to the development of gastritis or exacerbation of peptic ulcers.
Question: Is it possible to use creams during fasting?
Answer: Yes, you can. The main thing is that you do not ingest them.
Question: Is it possible to brush your teeth with toothpaste during fasting without swallowing saliva?
Answer: The use of toothpaste is permissible, but is considered makrooh. When using toothpaste, saliva is not swallowed until the taste has passed. Getting toothpaste into the stomach breaks the fast. You need to rinse your mouth thoroughly and be extremely careful. It is better and safer to use miswak. The latter is Sunnah.
Question: I have Lately My teeth often bleed, and I collect saliva and spit it out, sometimes I forget to swallow it. Is the fast broken because of this and what can be done?
Answer: The fast does not spoil, but there is no need to swallow blood on purpose. We recommend that you be extremely careful.
Question: Is smoking during the day allowed during Lent?
Answer: No, it is not allowed.
Question: Is it permissible to consume nasvay during Lent?
Answer: No, it is not allowed. Since this applies to intoxicating substances.
Question: Is it possible to take a shower or bath while fasting?
Answer: Possible, as needed. Be careful.
The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to brush his teeth with a misiwak and pour water on his head while fasting. The companions saw how during fasting he, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, poured water on his head to escape thirst or heat. (Ahmad No. 15473, Abu Dawud No. 2365)
Question: Is it possible to simply rinse your mouth and nose during fasting?
Answer: Rinsing the mouth and clearing the nose with water does not break the fast, even if it is not done during ablution. If you swallow water, then the fast is broken and must be replaced.
The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said:
“Rinse your nose well (deeply), except when you are fasting.” (At-Tirmidhi, 788)
Question: Is it possible to cut nails and hair during fasting?
Answer: You can trim your nails and hair. It is best to do this before complete ablution.
Question: During the fast, during the day, I had sexual intercourse with my wife. Now 1 day is interrupted. How can I restore it?
Answer: The fast of a person who has sexual intercourse during the day during Ramadan is broken, and he must make up for this day of fasting by continuously fasting for 2 months, and if this is beyond his strength, then he must feed 60 poor people. (This is stated in the hadith from Abu Hureyra (may Allah be pleased with him). Al Bukhari No. 6087,6164. Muslim No. 1111)
If sexual intercourse occurred out of forgetfulness (without the intention of breaking the fast), then in this case the fast is not considered broken. As soon as you realize that you are fasting, you need to interrupt sexual intercourse.
Question: Is it possible for spouses to have sexual intercourse during fasting, at night (after breaking the fast)?
Answer: Yes
“It is permissible for you to be intimate with your wives on the night of fasting (for) they are a garment for you, and you are a garment for them” (Quran 2:187)
Question: Is it possible to hug and kiss your wife (husband) during fasting?
Answer: Aisha, may Allah be pleased with her, said:
“During the fast, the Prophet often hugged and kissed (his wives, however), he controlled himself better than any of you.” (Al Bukhari No. 1927)
Question: During fasting I ejaculated, does this spoil my fast?
Answer: In case of unintentional ejaculation, the fast is not broken. You need to do complete ablution (ghusul).
Question: What should I do if my menstrual cycle begins during fasting?
Answer: You need to break your fast. A hadith narrated by Abu Saeed al-Khudri, may Allah be pleased with him, says:
“Doesn’t she give up prayer and fasting when she starts menstruating?” (Al-Bukhari, no. 1951, Muslim no. 889)
After the menstrual period, a woman must make up for the missed days of fasting.
Question: What should a nursing mother do during fasting?
Answer: According to the most correct opinion, a woman who is pregnant or nursing is considered as one who is sick, so she is allowed not to fast, and she must only make up the missed days, whether she fears for herself or for the child. The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said:
“Allah has made the duty of fasting and part of the prayer easier for a traveler, and He has made the duty of fasting easier for pregnant and lactating women.” (at-Tirmidhi, 3/85, he said - this is a hasan hadith)
Question: I have bad feeling, can I break my fast?
Answer: If on some days it is difficult for a person to fast, he is allowed to break the fast on those days. Sometimes this even becomes mandatory (for example, on the recommendation of a doctor) if fasting causes significant harm to a person. Allah Almighty saved our community from difficulties. The Almighty said:
“He has not made any difficulty for you in religion.” (Quran 22:78)
A person who breaks his fast because it was very difficult for him is obliged to make up the missed days after he feels better.
Question: What should frail people (incurable people) do?
Answer: Anyone who is not able to fast at all (that is, there is no hope that he will ever be able to fast, for example, a very old or terminally ill person) has the right not to fast, but he must feed one poor person for every day missed. Abdullah ibn Abbas, may Allah be pleased with him, read the Words of the Almighty:
“And those who are able to fast with difficulty should feed the poor in atonement.” (Quran 2:184)
Question: I vomited while fasting. Is my fast broken?
Answer: Yes
“Whoever is overcome by vomiting is not obligated to make up for his fast, and whoever intentionally caused vomiting must make up for his fast.” (Ahmad No. 10085, Abu Dawud No. 2370, At Tirmidhi No. 720, Ibn Majah No. 1676)
Question: How should Eid al-Fitr be celebrated?
Answer: On Eid al-Fitr, you need to prepare festive food, invite relatives and friends. You can go visit your relatives yourself. The most important thing is to feel like it’s a holiday.
Question: I heard about an additional post after the post. What kind of post is this and how should it be kept?
Answer: Fasting for 6 days after the month of Ramadan in the month of Shawwal is Sunnah. You can fast intermittently, i.e. 2 days at the beginning, 2 days in the middle, 2 days at the end. Also fast in the usual way, i.e. from dawn to dusk, refusing food, drink, intimacy and other things that break the fast. You can start after the holiday “Uraza Bayram”.
The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said:
“Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan, followed by six days of Shawwal, is equal to one who fasts the whole year.” (Muslim)
The holy month of Ramadan is perceived by most Muslims as a time of grace - an opportunity to start everything “from scratch”, repent of one’s sins, cultivate excellent habits of worship - remember the name of Allah more often, get up for prayers on time, read the Holy Quran.
In addition, the month of fasting - Uraza, is also an excellent opportunity to change your physical condition, namely - to lose weight, lose excess weight, cleanse the body of waste and toxins. And there is nothing wrong with devoting part of your time during the prayer to improving your body. The Holy Quran says: “And if you fast, then it is good for you, if indeed you are knowledgeable!” (2:184)
Who are these “knowledgeable” people? IN in this case This means those who fully understand the benefits of fasting. In this article, we will look in more detail at the benefits of fasting Uraza, how to hold it correctly and how to let it go, in order not only to receive a spiritual reward from the Almighty, but also to spend time beneficially for your body, namely, to lose weight and transform yourself.
How to hold Uraza correctly
The time of fasting is dawn, but the time for each point in the world is determined individually. As a rule, this is early morning or late at night. As reported in the collections of hadiths al-Bukhari (1923) and Muslim (1095), the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah be pleased with Him, said: Eat before dawn, for there is grace in suhoor.” Suhoor is the last meal before starting the day of fasting. The fast itself continues until sunset and is broken by a meal called iftar.
As a result, depending on where in the world a Muslim is, his fast can last, on average, from 3-4 hours to 10-12 hours a day. And perhaps more, Allah knows best. Thus, during the remaining time, the Muslim can eat.
From this moment all the fun begins. As a rule, a fasting person strives to consume as much food as possible, as they say, for future use. And this food is not always healthy. Quite the contrary - these are quite fatty dishes - khinkal, miracle, manti and so on. However, if we are talking about spending the month of fasting Eid with maximum benefit for body and spirit, you need to reconsider your eating habits.
What to eat during Uraza
In order to cleanse the body of toxins and lose weight during the fast, you need to leave only healthy foods in your diet, including:
- Fish and seafood (flounder, salmon, tuna, trout, herring, perch, pollock, hake, squid, mussels)
- Red and white meat (beef, chicken, rabbit, turkey)
- Cereals (buckwheat, rice, millet, barley, whole wheat, etc.)
- Dairy and fermented milk products (milk, kefir, yogurt, lightly salted cheeses, whey)
- Nuts (walnuts, pine, hazelnuts, almonds)
- Gluten
- Legumes (peas, beans, beans, lentils)
- Greenery
- Vegetables (cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, cabbage, hard potatoes)
Dates should be a must-have product during fasting. One of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad, may Allah be pleased with Him, Anas, said that “The Messenger of Allah ended his fast with ripe dates before starting prayer. If there were none, he ate dried dates. If there were no dried dates, he drank water.” (Hadith reported by Abu Dawud, al-Hakim and Tirmidhi). Of course, if it is not possible to purchase dates, there is no harm or sin in this, but in no case should you forget about their benefits.
As you can see, the list healthy products quite extensive and it is quite possible to choose healthy and useful ingredients for preparing delicious and hearty dishes. I assure you, it is not at all necessary to gorge yourself on buns, pies and fatty meats to satisfy your hunger. And in order to feel full and maintain this feeling during the fasting period, it is important to properly organize your diet. And this is the next point.
Diet during fasting
As mentioned above, the first meal after the fasting day of Eid is Iftar. Uraza should be released with a date, if there is no date, then with water. We also know that the Messenger of Allah, may Allah be pleased with him, said: “If food has already been served, eat before evening prayer, and do not eat food hastily.” (Hadith reported by al-Bukhari and Muslim).
At the first meal, as, in principle, at subsequent meals, you should not overeat. The average portion for a woman is 200-300 grams; for a man, especially those leading an active lifestyle, the portions can be increased to 400-500 grams.
So, the first meal is clear. The next one should take place after 2-3 hours, the serving size is approximately half that of iftar. For women who do not lead a very active lifestyle, it is advisable to snack on fruit or dairy products.
It is important to note that for the second meal you should set aside time at least an hour before bedtime. Depending on whether the fasting person goes to bed or stays awake waiting for Suhoor, you can organize another not too heavy snack.
At the last meal - suhoor - it is necessary to eat dishes that are as balanced in composition as possible so that the energy and nutrients last for as long as possible.
Another important point is fluid intake. Everyone knows that a person should drink about 2 liters per day. clean water, this does not include teas and juices. Do not forget about this rule during fasting. You can drink water between meals - one or even several glasses.
Of course, a person will still experience hunger during fasting - this is its essence and, oddly enough, its benefit. After just a couple of hours of hunger, self-purification processes are launched in the body of the fasting person. There are cases where, with the help of Uraza, people got rid of many unpleasant diseases, such as atherosclerosis, rheumatism, asthma, autoimmune diseases and inflammatory processes.
Thus, we see that in the period between Iftar and Suhoor, you can fit in two full meals and one or two snacks, which is quite enough to saturate the body with useful microelements and vitamins. At proper organization fasting, Uraza will not be stressful for the body, but will only bring benefits.
Ramadan (رمضان, Ramadan, Ramazan) is the ninth month of the Muslim lunar calendar. In this month, the Almighty bestowed His Greatest Mercy on all humanity - the Koran:
In the month of Ramadan, the Qur'an was revealed - a true guide for the people, clear evidence from the right guidance and discernment. Whoever this month finds among you must fast (Surah Baqarah /The Cow/, verse 185).
With the onset of Ramadan, believers congratulate each other, wishing for a blessed fast, with the words “Ramadan Kareem” and “Ramadan Mubarak”.
What should you do during Ramadan?
The holy month of Ramadan is a month of good deeds, reading the Koran, night and additional prayers, displaying high moral qualities and performing blessings. At this time, our souls are cleansed and filled with the light of faith in Allah.
Fast
One of the features of the month of Ramadan is fasting (Uraza, Oraza, Marh) - الصوم, which is obligatory for every Muslim and lasts 29 or 30 days. At this time, the faithful from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib) abstain from food, drink, foul language, bad habits, marital intimacy and devote themselves to prayers and doing good deeds. Muslims know that all deeds are judged by their intentions. That is why, before starting a fast, it is necessary to make an intention - niyat. “I intend to fast this month of Ramadan for the sake of Allah,” they say in different languages Muslims all over the world, and then fast from the first glimmer of dawn until sunset.
In order for the fast not to be broken, it is necessary to very carefully follow all the requirements of Islam and remember that Ramadan is not just a refusal to eat and drink. This is spiritual cleansing, abstinence from bad deeds and bad thoughts - the education of one’s spirit (nafs) and complete worship of the Creator.
The fasting person continues to lead his usual lifestyle: goes to work, study, fulfills his social duties, but, first of all, devotes more time to reading the Koran and dua (prayers). It is a mistake to believe that during fasting you can rest during the day and eat at night. Of course, it is reasonable to reduce physical exercise, as much as possible. For example, not going to the gym or sports games. But, in general, fasting does not mean passivity; rather, on the contrary, a Muslim strives to do as many good deeds as possible during this time. holy month: help those in need, feed those who are fasting, visit the sick, take part in charity events or organize them. That is why Ramadan is a period when you need to do as many good deeds as possible in order to leave little time for sleep.
Suhur
Suhur is the morning meal before the fast itself in the pre-dawn time. Suhoor must be performed before morning prayer (Fajr prayer). Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of the Almighty be upon him) called for performing suhur: “Take food before dawn [on fasting days]! Truly, in suhoor is God’s grace (barakat)!”
Meal times are specified in the Holy Quran:
...Eat and drink until you can distinguish the white thread of dawn from the black one, and then fast until nightfall
On Suhoor you need to say:
Nawaitu an asuma sawma fard minal-fajri ilal-maghribi khalisan lil-lahi ta'ala.
I intend to fast the month of Ramadan from dawn to dusk sincerely for the sake of Allah.
A prerequisite is the intention or niyat in the heart of the determination to keep the fast.
Iftar
Iftar - evening reception food or breaking the fast. Iftar time is evening prayer (maghrib prayer), when the sun has set below the horizon, i.e. it begins immediately after sunset.
Dua for Iftar:
3ahaba-z-zama"u, wa-btalyati-l-"uruku wa sabata-l-ajru, in sha"a-Llahu.
The thirst has gone, and the veins have filled with moisture, and the reward is already waiting, if Allah wills.
There is also another dua:
Allahumma lakya sumtu wa ‘alaya rizkykya aftartu wa ‘alaikya tavakkyaltu wa bikya aamant. Ya vaasi'al-fadli-gfir liy. Al-hamdu lil-lyahil-lyazi e'aanani fa sumtu wa razakani fa aftart.
O Lord, I fasted for You (for the sake of Your pleasure with me) and, using Your blessings, I broke my fast. I hope in You and believe in You. Forgive me, O One whose mercy is limitless. Praise be to the Almighty, Who helped me fast and fed me when I broke my fast.
What breaks the fast?
1. Food and drink in any form (or anything that can replace food, such as energy shots). Also smoking.
2. The release of blood through phlebotomy.
3. Intentionally induced vomiting.
4. Sexual intercourse or intentional ejaculation. Also kissing, hugging or looking at women.
5. Leakage of blood due to menstruation or postpartum bleeding.
Cases that do not break the fast.
1. Eating or drinking or smoking out of forgetfulness.
2. Involuntary ejaculation.
3. Bleeding or donating blood for testing or as a donor.
4. Rinsing your mouth, rinsing your nose, taking a bath, showering, swimming.
5. Injections for medical reasons.
6. Tasting food without swallowing (for example, when cooking).
Who may not fast?
1. For travelers.
A traveler may not fast during the entire journey. A journey is considered to be a distance of 80 km (according to the Hanafi madhhab).
2. Sick.
3. Pregnant and breastfeeding women.
4. If there is danger, such as the threat of death or physical complications.
Tips for proper nutrition during the holy month of Ramadan.
1. Avoid overeating or filling your stomach completely with food.
Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings of God be upon him) said: “The worst vessel that can be filled by the son of Adam (man) is his stomach. It is enough for a person to eat as much as necessary to maintain strength. To say more, a third (of the stomach) is for food, a third is for drinking and a third is for breathing.”
2. Correct selection food during iftar. Avoid fatty, fried and sweet food. It is advisable to start the meal with liquid food; soup, ayran and milk are ideal. Afterwards you should take a short break.
3. Include fruits, vegetables, and nuts in your diet. And also foods rich in fiber and minerals, as they are very important for the body.
4. Take more water. Exactly plain water, and not juices or other liquid products, since water is a nutrient source for cells. Do not forget that the body consists of 2/3 water, 90% blood, 75% muscle.
In sha Allah, I hope this post is useful! And I would also like to wish everyone in this coming blessed month of Ramadan the mercy of the Almighty, forgiveness, grace, mercy and salvation of the soul. May every day bring happiness, prosperity, comprehension of the wisdom of fasting, acquisition of knowledge, and good deeds! Jazak-Llahu khairan, brothers and sisters!
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