Method of Fasting (Rules of Fasting)

Question 1

How does one be conscious of keeping her mind and body clean?

Answer 1

• One observing the fast should be conscious of keeping her/his mind and body clean, by being conscious of eating halal at sehri and iftar and to keep one’s tongue clean by not gossiping nor swearing.

Question 2

Is being angry during the month of Ramadan forbidden?

Answer 2

• Display of anger, aggression, and violence is forbidden during the month of Ramadan, especially when one is fasting.
• Instead, show patience and forbearance towards others and control one’s temper and tongue.

Question 3

Why should the Quran be read more in the month of Ramadan?

Answer 3

• More time should be spent in the recitation of the Quran and completing it at least once during the month.
• The prophet said: “Everything has a best season and the best season of the Quran is Ramadan”

Question 4

What should one do regarding salat during Ramadan + what does Allah state?

Answer 4

• One should be punctual when attending the salat and should attend the Tarawih prayers and spend as much time as possible in the remembrance of Allah and seeking forgiveness.
• Allah states: “And when my servants ask you concerning Me, then surely I am very near; I answer the prayer of the supplicant when he calls upon Me, so they should answer My call and believe in Me That they may walk the right way.”

Question 5

Why is Ramadan also referred to as the month of charity/giving?

Answer 5

• In Ramadan, one should strive to be charitable as much as possible, generous, help the needy and poor, participate in social and community welfare projects, etc.

Question 6

Is Ramadan the month of reflection?

Answer 6

• Ramadan is the month of reflection as one should reflect and plan to improve their moral and spiritual conduct.
• One should think about how he/she can become a better Muslim and convert those thoughts into actions as well as contribute to the Ummah for a better world.