All articles in the " Sawm (Fasting) " category

To make up missed fasts first or start nafila fast?

Is it acceptable to fast in Shawwal when a number of Ramadan days have not been fasted due to illness. Does one redeem the obligatory fastings first before embarking on the Shawwal? 01.11.2011 13:00

Fasting in Muharram

What are the virtues of fasting in Muharram? 12.12.2010 20:56

Fasting in Dhul Hijjah

What is the importance of fasting in the first 10 days of the month Dhul Hijjah? 10.11.2010 21:31

Does the Use of Moisturisers or Creams Break the Fast?

Is the use of moisturizers or creams during Ramadan appropriate? Does it break or harm the fast? 26.09.2010 09:30

Is it Enough for a Person to Compensate the Fast Later, If It is Broken for Some Reason?

When something that may spoil or break the fast happens, is Kafarah is required? Or is it just enough to compensate the fast at a later time? 03.09.2010 01:08

How should we break our fast?

How did our Prophet (pbuh) use to break his fast? 30.08.2010 22:14

Why Should I Get up for Sahur (last portion of the night)?

What happens if I wish to fast without doing sahur? Is there any loss? 28.08.2010 02:31

What does "fasting" (sawm) mean?

What does "sawm" mean in Arabic? 07.01.2011 00:20

What Does Fasting Mean?

What does Sawm mean in Arabic? 02.09.2009 17:20