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Days When Fasting Is Discouraged

«Days When Fasting Is Discouraged» — a lesson in «Types of Fasting» under «Fasting Guide» in the Muslim Guide.

Fasting from dawn to sunset
Abstaining from invalidators from true dawn until sunset with the intention of worship.

Topic overview

«Days When Fasting Is Discouraged» explains what a Muslim needs to know in this chapter according to trusted scholarly works, following the methodology of Ahl al-Sunnah.

Rulings and details

  • «Days When Fasting Is Discouraged» is the focus of this lesson; read it in the order of «Types of Fasting».
  • Voluntary fasts: Monday/Thursday, white days, Ashura, Arafat for non-pilgrims.
  • Make-up, expiation, and voluntary fasts have specific rulings.
  • For personal cases, ask people of knowledge after understanding the principles.

Quranic evidence

يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا كُتِبَ عَلَيْكُمُ الصِّيَامُ

سورة البقرة: 183

Steps to apply

  1. Read subheadings and note what applies to your situation.
  2. Review the references listed.
  3. Follow related lessons in index order.

Common mistakes

  • Mixing topics without following the intended order.
  • Relying on the internet without a trusted reference.
  • Applying a general fatwa to a specific case.

Summary

«Days When Fasting Is Discouraged» is part of «Types of Fasting»; continue with review, practice, and ask about what applies to you.

Frequently asked questions

Why is «Days When Fasting Is Discouraged» important?
It helps worship and knowledge be done correctly.
Is this enough for a fatwa?
No — for personal cases consult scholars.
How should I practice?
Follow the category index order then references.

References

  • Ibn Qudamah, Al-Mughni — Fasting
  • Al-Nawawi, Al-Majmu' — Fasting

Last reviewed: 2026-11-02

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