Fiqh of Fasting
What is the Arabic word for fasting?
Sawm
Which major battle happened in Ramadan?
Battle of Badr
In which month was the Qur’an revealed?
Ramadan
What does “Tazkiyah” mean?
➡️ Purification (of the soul/heart)
You wake up late and miss suhoor. Can you still fast?
➡️ Yes
When does the fast begin each day?
At Fajr
In which year of Hijrah did the Battle of Badr take place?
2 AH
Which surah talks about Laylatul Qadr?
Surah Al-Qadr
Which is more valuable: long taraweeh with no focus or short prayer with khushu‘?
➡️ Short prayer with khushu (sincerity)
You feel extremely angry while fasting. What should you say?
Hint: shield
➡️ “I am fasting.”
Does accidentally eating or drinking break your fast?
No. (Hadith: Allah fed you.)
Did the Prophet go to every taraweeh prayer in Ramadan? Why?
➡️ No, sometimes he prayed taraweeh at home so the people did not think it was required.
How many months is Laylatul Qadr better than?
Better than 1,000 months
What happens to the heart when a person commits a sin repeatedly?
➡️ Black dots cover it until it becomes hardened. (Tirmidhi)
You post on social media: “I just finished reading 5 juz today!” What could be the danger?
➡️ Riyaa’ (showing off).
What must be present in order for fasting to be valid?
Niyyah (intention)
Who used to review the Qur’an with the Prophet ﷺ every Ramadan?
Angel Jibreel (AS)
What does the word “Qadr” mean?
➡️ Divine decree, destiny
Which is more dangerous: committing a sin and feeling guilty, or committing a sin and not caring?
➡️ Not caring (deadening of the heart).
You are traveling during Ramadan. What are your options?
➡️ You may break your fast and make it up later.
If someone intentionally breaks their fast without a valid excuse in Ramadan, what is required?
Make up the fast (qada).
What is the ultimate goal of fasting according to the Qur’an?
➡️ Taqwa (Qur’an 2:183)
When are we encouraged to look for Laylatul Qadr?
➡️ The last 10 nights, especially the odd nights.
Explain how fasting helps purify the heart.
➡️ Controls desires, builds taqwa, reduces arrogance, increases awareness of Allah.
A student says: “I fast but I still lie and backbite. My fast still counts.” How do you respond?
➡️ Technically valid if conditions met, but reward is severely reduced. Fasting without controlling the tongue defeats the purpose. (Hadith: “Whoever does not leave false speech…”)