Benefits of Fasting Flashcards
When was fasting made obligatory for Muslims?
Fasting was made obligatory in the second year after the Hijra.
Is fasting unique to Islam?
No, fasting was also made obligatory on the followers of other religions.
How does fasting help in moral development?
It teaches self-control, self-restraint, and patience
What should a fasting person abstain from?
A fasting person should avoid lying, gossiping, backbiting, stealing, cheating, obscenity, vulgarity, and harming others verbally or physically.
What did the Prophet (PBUH) say about fasting and avoiding evil speech?
“Whoever does not give up forged speech and evil actions, Allah does not need his leaving his food and drink.” (Hadith)
How does fasting impact the community’s moral well-being?
- Fasting promotes peace—for example, a person who learns self-control during fasting will be able to avoid conflicts and violence.
How does fasting bring social harmony?
Fasting raises awareness of the struggles of the poor, making the rich more empathetic and generous.
How does fasting reduce social envy and hatred?
The poor feel less resentment toward the rich because of the kindness and generosity shown to them during Ramadan.
How does fasting encourage generosity?
Fasting encourages generosity as:
- people become more charitable,
- invite others to meals,
- exchange gifts regardless of religion
How does fasting bring economic benefits?
Fasting brings economic benefits as the rich spend generously on the poor, fulfilling their needs
What does Surah Al-Baqarah 2:184 say about helping the poor during fasting?
“For those who can do it (with hardship) is a ransom,
- The feeding of one that is indigent.
- But he that will give more of his own free, it is better for him.”
What did the Prophet (PBUH) say about believers’ provisions in Ramadan?
The Prophet (PBUH) talks about believers’ provisions in Ramadan
“During Ramadan, the provisions of the believers are increased.”
How does fasting benefit health?
Fasting benefits health as it rests the stomach, cleanses the body of toxins, and reduces fat and cholesterol.
How does fasting bring a person closer to Allah?
Fasting strengthens spiritual power and protects from temptations
What does Hadith Qudsi say about the joys of fasting?
“Fasting is like a shield, and he who fasts has two joys: a joy when he breaks his fast and a joy when he meets his Lord.”
What did the Prophet (PBUH) say about the reward of fasting?
The Prophet (PBUH) talks about the reward of fasting:
- “Allah said,
- ‘All the deeds of Adam’s sons (people) are for them,
- except fasting, which is for me,
- And I will give the reward for it.
- The reward of good deeds is multiplied ten times to seven hundred times.”
What did the Prophet (PBUH) say about forgiveness through fasting?
The Prophet (pbuh) talks about forgiveness through fasting:
- “Whoever fasts in the month of Ramadan out of sincere faith,
- and hoping for a reward from Allah,
- Then all his previous sins will be forgiven.”
What happens at the start of Ramadan according to the Prophet (PBUH)?
At the start of ramadan, according to the Prophet(PBUH),
- “When the month of Ramadan starts,
- the gates of heaven are opened,
- the gates of hell are closed,
- and the devils are chained.”
