Sawm - 4th Pillar Flashcards

1
Q

When do Muslims fast?

A

Just before dawn until sunset

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2
Q

What month do they fast in?

A

Ramadan - 9th month of Muslim calendar

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3
Q

As well as not eating, what else are they not allowed to do?

A

Drink, smoke or have sex

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4
Q

Who doesn’t take part?

A
  • children who haven’t started puberty
  • pregnant or nursing mothers
  • extremely sick people
  • women during menstruation
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5
Q

Why do Muslims fast?

A
  • Overcome selfishness
  • self control
  • feel sympathy towards poor
  • gain spiritual strength
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6
Q

How can Muslims practice in the 21st century?

A
  • Donate food and other things to charity
  • give money to poor
  • stop buying food from local grocery stores
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7
Q

What does Sawm mean?

A

Fasting

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