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When does Ramadan start and end? - Hamza Raed Arsh

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When does Ramadan start and end? - Hamza Raed Arsh

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Ramadan starts when the new moon is sighted

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Those Exempted From Fasting

1. Elderly persons who cannot fast at all. There is no qaza for them either.

2. Elderly persons who can fast but with great difficulty. There is no qaza for them; however, they have to pay fidya.

Question: Who decides whether it is easy or difficulty to fast? The doctor or you? Answer: It is your judgement.

3. Temporary illness: those who cannot fast due to a temporary illness (e.g., fever, severe cold, infection, etc.). Such persons are exempted from fasting; however, they have to do qaza before next Ramadhan.

4. Long-term illness: those who cannot fast due to a long-term illness (e.g., diabetics, etc.). Such persons are exempted from fasting: there is no qaza for them either; however, they have to pay fidya for each day of fasting.

5. A pregnant or a nursing woman: if fasting would harm her or the child’s health, then she is exempted from fasting. However, she has to do qaza after pregnancy or weaning the child, and also pay fidya for each day of fasting.

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What is Ramadan:  Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting to commemorate the first revelation of the Quran to Muhammad according to Islamic belief.

What are the five pillars of Islam:  The Five Pillars consist of: Shahadah: sincerely reciting the Muslim profession of faith. Salat: performing ritual prayers in the proper way five times each day. Zakat: paying an alms (or charity) tax to benefit the poor and the needy.

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What is Fasting?

1. the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict fasting is observed from dawn to sunset.

2. What are the five pillars of Islam

Shahada: Faith.

Salah: Prayer.

Zakāt: Charity.

Sawm: Fasting.

Hajj: pilgrimage to Mecca.

3. Things we should do and things we should avoid in Ramadan

Things we should do:

1. Start reading Quran daily after Salat al-Fajr.

2. Spend some time listening to recitations from the Quran.

3. Train yourself to go bed early so that you can wake up far Salat al-Fajr.

4. Keep yourself in a state of Wudu (Ablution) most of the time.

5. Evaluate yourself daily before going bed.

6. Thank Allah for good deeds, and repent to Him for your mistakes and sins.

7. Start giving Sadaqah daily, no matter how little. Make it a habit like eating and drinking.

8. Find time to pray extras, such as Tahajjud prayers.

9. Spend more time reading Islamic books, especially the Quran, Sirah, Hadith, and Fiqh.

10. Find time to help others with your wisdom, knowledge and other talents.

11. Try to write articles on Islam for Muslims as well as for non-Muslims.

12. Associate with Muslim scholars / ulama and other pious people so that you may learn from them.

13. Train yourself to do good, render free service to others to seek the pleasure of Allah.

Things we should avoid

1. Reduce watching TV, instead spend more time reading the Quran and other Islamic literature.

2. Avoid looking at unlawful pictures, whether magazines, department store catalogs or otherwise.

3. Avoid going to theaters; instead go to Masajid, Islamic organizations and make that a daily habit.

4. Avoid eating too much. Eat only when you are hungry and try not to fill your stomach completely.

5. If you drink Coffee, Tea or Soda, be sure to reduce consumption.

6. If you smoke, try to reduce daily usage; otherwise Ramadan will be very difficult for you to observe.

7. If you like to listen to music, whether the style of western societies or even those from Muslim countries, reduce, even eliminate the time you spent on them; replace them with reciting and listening to recitation from the Quran.

8. If you enjoy playing cards and board games try your best to avoid them as much as possible and fill your time with something useful.

9. If you enjoy going with friends to picnics and other social gatherings, try to reduce it before Ramadan; otherwise fasting the month of Ramadan will be more difficult.

10. If you have friends who do not practice the teaching of Islam, try to avoid socializing with them.

11. If you travel a lot on business, try to do more local business, so you can be more closer to your family and community.

12. If you are used to staying up till midnight, try to go to bed earlier, so that you will be able to wake up early for Salat al-Fajr and Tahajjud prayers as well.

4: Design your own Ramadan planner, a positive letter for 3 days at least

5. What are the rewards for fasting?

1. To loose the bands of wickedness.

Bands are things that hold you back. It’s what the writer of Hebrews meant when he wrote:

…let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.…
—Hebrews 12:1b (NIV)

Have you ever known Christians who are held back? Nothing works for them. They plant seeds of faith, but the seeds don’t grow. Perhaps they are bound by bands of wickedness of their own doing. Only prayer and fasting can loose those bands so they can advance in the things of God.

2. To undo heavy burdens.

The word “undo” means to violently shake off. Fasting doesn’t just get rid of burdens that God never intended for us to carry; it violently shakes them off.

3. To let the oppressed go free.

The discouraged, bruised, and wounded go free when we fast. The Hebrew word picture here is a vase that is cracking up. Have you ever felt like you were cracking up? That’s a type of oppression. When you fast, you start a process of mending, becoming that beautiful vase God intended.

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(Fasting) for a fixed number of days, but if any of you is ill or on a journey, the same number (should be made up) from other days. And as for those who can fast with difficulty, (i.e. an old man, etc.), they have (a choice either to fast or) to feed a poor person (for every day). But whoever does good of his own accord, it is better for him. And that you fast, it is better for you if only you know." (2:183-84)
Abu Huraira related that Rasulullah said: If anyone omits his fast even for one day in Ramadan without a concession or without being ill, then if he were to fast for the rest of his life he could not make up for it (Bukhari).
Ibn Umar related that the Prophet said: Do not start fasting unless you see the new moon, and do not end fasting until you see it. If the weather is cloudy then calculate when it should appear (Bukhari, Muslim).

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Five pillars of Islam
Shahada: Only believing in Allah and that Muhammed is his messenger (basically faith)
Salah: Praying 5 times a day
Zakat: charity
Sawm: Fasting
Hajj: Pilgrimage to Mecca

Fasting is abstaining from food and drink as well as other things such as lying, backbiting and sexual activity from dawn until sunset. We should fast from Fajr to Maghrib in the month of Ramadan. The age you are expected to start are ages 7 to the late teens. Many American Muslims seem to start partial or full fasting about age 10.

Hadeeth:
Narrated `Aisha:

(The tribe of) Quraish used to fast on the day of Ashura' in the Pre-Islamic period, and then Allah's Apostle ordered (Muslims) to fast on it till the fasting in the month of Ramadan was prescribed; whereupon the Prophet (ﷺ) said, "He who wants to fast (on 'Ashura') may fast, and he who does not want to fast may not fast."

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When do we have to fast? And why?
We Muslims fast the month of Ramadaan because Allaah has commanded us to do so. Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):

“ O you who believe! Observing As-Sawm (the fasting) is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become Al-Muttaqoon (pious)”

[al-Baqarah 2:183]

So we worship Allaah by doing this act of worship which is beloved to Allaah and which He has enjoined upon us.

Those Exempted From Fasting

1. Elderly persons who cannot fast at all. There is no qaza for them either.

2. Elderly persons who can fast but with great difficulty. There is no qaza for them; however, they have to pay fidya.

Question: Who decides whether it is easy or difficulty to fast? The doctor or you? Answer: It is your judgement.

3. Temporary illness: those who cannot fast due to a temporary illness (e.g., fever, severe cold, infection, etc.). Such persons are exempted from fasting; however, they have to do qaza before next Ramadhan.

4. Long-term illness: those who cannot fast due to a long-term illness (e.g., diabetics, etc.). Such persons are exempted from fasting: there is no qaza for them either; however, they have to pay fidya for each day of fasting.

5. A pregnant or a nursing woman: if fasting would harm her or the child’s health, then she is exempted from fasting. However, she has to do qaza after pregnancy or weaning the child, and also pay fidya for each day of fasting.

Ramadan: Ramadan is the month of fasting in Islam. It is the 9th month of the Islamic lunar year, and it is either 29 or 30 days.

I'tikaf:  Iʿtikāf (Arabic: اعتكاف‎,) is an Islamic practice consisting of a period of staying in a mosque for a certain number of days, devoting oneself to ibadah during these days and staying away from worldly affairs.

Sawm: Sawm or siyam means fasting, which is one of the five pillars of Islam. Fasting during the month of Ramadan is obligatory upon every Muslim, male and female, who is the sane and mature. Sawm has many spiritual, moral, physical, and social benefits.

Taraweeh: Taraweeh (Arabic: تراويح‎) refers to extra prayers performed by Sunni Muslims at night in the Islamic month of Ramadan.

Suhoor: Suhoor is a pre-dawn meal that takes place right before the fasting beings before fajr prayer.

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When do we fast? And Why?
We can fast on whenever we want except on a few days. It's compulsory to fast during Ramadan. We fast because Allah (swt) told us to.

Define the following in complete sentence:
- Ramadan

- la'tikaf

- Sawm

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What is Fasting?

1. the ninth month of the Muslim year, during which strict fasting is observed from dawn to sunset.

2. What are the five pillars of Islam

Shahada: Faith.

Salah: Prayer.

Zakāt: Charity.

Sawm: Fasting.

Hajj: pilgrimage to Mecca.

3. Things we should do and things we should avoid in Ramadan

Things we should do:

1. Start reading Quran daily after Salat al-Fajr.

2. Spend some time listening to recitations from the Quran.

3. Train yourself to go bed early so that you can wake up far Salat al-Fajr.

4. Keep yourself in a state of Wudu (Ablution) most of the time.

5. Evaluate yourself daily before going bed.

6. Thank Allah for good deeds, and repent to Him for your mistakes and sins.

7. Start giving Sadaqah daily, no matter how little. Make it a habit like eating and drinking.

8. Find time to pray extras, such as Tahajjud prayers.

9. Spend more time reading Islamic books, especially the Quran, Sirah, Hadith, and Fiqh.

10. Find time to help others with your wisdom, knowledge and other talents.

11. Try to write articles on Islam for Muslims as well as for non-Muslims.

12. Associate with Muslim scholars / ulama and other pious people so that you may learn from them.

13. Train yourself to do good, render free service to others to seek the pleasure of Allah.

Things we should avoid

1. Reduce watching TV, instead spend more time reading the Quran and other Islamic literature.

2. Avoid looking at unlawful pictures, whether magazines, department store catalogs or otherwise.

3. Avoid going to theaters; instead go to Masajid, Islamic organizations and make that a daily habit.

4. Avoid eating too much. Eat only when you are hungry and try not to fill your stomach completely.

5. If you drink Coffee, Tea or Soda, be sure to reduce consumption.

6. If you smoke, try to reduce daily usage; otherwise Ramadan will be very difficult for you to observe.

7. If you like to listen to music, whether the style of western societies or even those from Muslim countries, reduce, even eliminate the time you spent on them; replace them with reciting and listening to recitation from the Quran.

8. If you enjoy playing cards and board games try your best to avoid them as much as possible and fill your time with something useful.

9. If you enjoy going with friends to picnics and other social gatherings, try to reduce it before Ramadan; otherwise fasting the month of Ramadan will be more difficult.

10. If you have friends who do not practice the teaching of Islam, try to avoid socializing with them.

11. If you travel a lot on business, try to do more local business, so you can be more closer to your family and community.

12. If you are used to staying up till midnight, try to go to bed earlier, so that you will be able to wake up early for Salat al-Fajr and Tahajjud prayers as well.

4: Design your own Ramadan planner, a positive letter for 3 days at least

5. What are the rewards for fasting?

1. To loose the bands of wickedness.

2. Great rewards and hasanat
3. Happiness and good vibes!

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What are the 5 pillars of Islam?

1. Belief in Allah—The Shahada

The Profession of Faith, the shahada, is the most fundamental expression of Islamic beliefs. It simply states that “There is no God but God and Muhammad is his prophet.” It underscores the monotheistic nature of Islam. It is an extremely popular phrase in Arabic calligraphy and appears in numerous manuscripts and religious buildings.

2. Daily Prayers—Salat

Muslims are expected to pray five times a day. This does not mean that they need to attend a mosque to pray; rather, the salat, or the daily prayer, should be recited five times a day. Muslims can pray anywhere; however, they are meant to pray towards Mecca. The faithful pray by bowing several times while standing and then kneeling and touching the ground or prayer mat with their foreheads, as a symbol of their reverence and submission to Allah. On Friday, many Muslims attend a mosque near midday to pray and to listen to a sermon, khutba.

3. Charity—Zakat

The giving of alms is the third pillar. Although not defined in the Qu’ran, Muslims believe that they are meant to share their wealth with those less fortunate in their community of believers.

4. Fasting during Ramadan—Saum

During the holy month of Ramadan, the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, Muslims are expected to fast from dawn to dusk. While there are exceptions made for the sick, elderly, and pregnant, all are expected to refrain from eating and drinking during daylight hours.

5. Pilgrimage to Mecca—Hajj

All Muslims who are able are required to make the pilgrimage to Mecca and the surrounding holy sites at least once in their lives. Pilgrimage focuses on visiting the Kaaba and walking around it seven times. Pilgrimage occurs in the 12th month of the Islamic Calendar.

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What are the five pillars of Islam?
1. Shahada
2. Salah
3. Zakat
4. Sawm
5. Hajj

When do we fast and why?
We fast during the month of Ramadan and also voluntarily throughout the year for more benefits.

Ramadan: Ramadan is the month of fasting in Islam. It is the 9th month of the Islamic lunar year, and it is either 29 or 30 days.

I'tikaf:  Iʿtikāf (Arabic: اعتكاف‎,) is an Islamic practice consisting of a period of staying in a mosque for a certain number of days, devoting oneself to ibadah during these days and staying away from worldly affairs.

Sawm: Sawm or siyam means fasting, which is one of the five pillars of Islam. Fasting during the month of Ramadan is obligatory upon every Muslim, male and female, who is the sane and mature. Sawm has many spiritual, moral, physical, and social benefits.

Taraweeh: Taraweeh (Arabic: تراويح‎) refers to extra prayers performed by Sunni Muslims at night in the Islamic month of Ramadan.

Suhoor: Suhoor is a pre-dawn meal that takes place right before the fasting beings before fajr prayer.

Iftar: Iftar is the meal eaten after sunsent, after maghrib prayer. This is when Muslims break their fast.

Laylatul-Qadr:  It is one of the nights of the last ten days of Ramadan. Muslims believe that on this night the blessings and mercy of God are abundant, sins are forgiven, supplications are accepted, and that the annual decree is revealed to the angels who also descend to earth.

Who has to fast?
Any

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1. What is Fasting? When should we fast?
Fasting also knows as , Sawm, is the abstaining of food, drink, and sexual intercourse from dawn until sunset with the explicit intentions of doing so for the sake of Allah.
Muslims usually fast during the whole month of Ramadan
2. What are the five pillars of Islam?
- Shahada
- Salat
- Sawm
- Zakat
- Hajj
3. Quote on Hadeeth/Verse about fasting?
"O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you, that you may become Al-Muttaqun (the pious)."
4. How Ramadan start and ends?
Ramadan starts on the first day of the month of ramadan and ends on the day of Eid-ul-Fitr
5. Who are exempted from fasting?
- Elderly persons who cannot fast at all.
- Elderly persons who can fast but with great difficulty
- Temporary illness
- Long-term illness
- A pregnant or a nursing woman
- When females are menstruating