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Worship Fasting in Ramadan

The rules of fasting: who must fast, what breaks the fast, exemptions, and the spiritual dimensions of Sawm.

Worship Salat at-Tarawih — Ramadan Night Prayers

The voluntary night prayers of Ramadan: their origin, number of rak'ahs, and the scholarly discuss...

Worship I'tikaf — Spiritual Retreat in the Mosque

...he mosque for worship, especially in the last ten nights of Ramadan.

Jurisprudence Fasting Rules: Obligations, Exemptions, and Makeup Days

Who must fast, who is exempt, what breaks the fast, and how to make up missed days according to the four schools of thought.

History The Battle of Badr: The Decisive Victory

... over 1,000 Quraysh warriors with divine aid on the 17th of Ramadan, 2 AH.

Worship Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Decree

...irst revealed, and how to seek it in the last ten nights of Ramadan.

Worship Eid al-Fitr: The Festival of Breaking the Fast

...id al-Fitr, the joyous reward after completing the month of Ramadan.

Worship Fasting Six Days of Shawwal

The recommended fast of six days in the month following Ramadan and the immense reward promised for this practice.

Worship Zakat al-Fitr: The Charity of Breaking the Fast

The obligatory charity at the end of Ramadan, who must pay it, its amount, timing, and eligible recipien...

Health The Health Benefits of Islamic Fasting

...ogical benefits of intermittent fasting as practiced during Ramadan, including autophagy, metabolic health, and mental clarity.

Spirituality The Spiritual Benefits of Fasting Beyond Ramadan

The voluntary fasts of Mondays and Thursdays, the white days, the day of Arafah, and Ashura, and how regular fasting disciplines the soul.