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Supererogatory Fasts
Is It Recommended to Fast on the 9th of ‘Ashura with the 10th?
It is recommended to fast both the ninth and the tenth of ‘Ashura because the Prophet (peace be upon him) fasted the tenth and intended to fast the ninth.152,871Virtues of Fasting ‘Ashura
Fasting the day of ‘Ashoora’ does expiate for the past year. The expiation of sins that is achieved by fasting ‘Ashoora’ refers to minor sins; with regard to major sins, they need separate repentance.271,211Virtue of Voluntary Fasting in al-Muharram
The best fasting after Ramadan is fasting in al-Muharram. So, it is encouraged to fast a lot in the month of al-Muharram, not to fast the whole month.114,655Ruling on fasting the days of al-tashreeq
71,174Is It Recommended to Fast the First Eight Days of Dhul-Hijjah for Pilgrims and Others?
1- Fasting on the first eight days of Dhul-Hijjah is recommended for pilgrims and others. 2- It is not Sunnah for pilgrims to fast on the day of ‘Arafah, rather it is recommended for them not to fast, even if they are able to fast.42,332When to Start Shawwal Fasting
You can start fasting six days of Shawwal from the second day of Shawwal because it is haram to fast on the day of ‘Eid.127,997Celebrating a child’s first fast
26,360Can a Menstruating Woman Make Up ‘Ashura Fasting If She Misses It?
1. If a person misses the fast of ‘Ashura, it cannot be made up because there is no proof for that, and because the reward is connected to fasting on the tenth day of Muharram, and that time has passed. 2. If a person is excused for not fasting – such as women who are menstruating or bleeding following childbirth, or those who are sick or are travelling – and he usually fasts on that day or he had the intention of fasting that day, then he will be rewarded for his intention.44,852Does Fasting on `Arafah and `Ashura Expiate Major Sins?
Fasting on the day of ‘Ashura or `Arafah only expiates minor sins; as for major sins, they require sincere repentance. But falling into major sin does not mean that you should refrain from doing acts of worship and good deeds.60,150She fasted for six days of Shawwaal and wants to carry on fasting
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