Qalam Institute Podcast Ramadan Ready: Session 1 – Fiqh of fasting
Feb 17, 2026
Clear rules on when fasting begins and ends, who must fast, and valid exceptions like travel, illness, pregnancy, and breastfeeding. Practical guidance on intentions, suhoor, actions that break or do not break the fast, and makeup fasts, penalties, and fidya. Reflections on Ramadan’s spiritual purpose and practices to deepen worship without offering specific insights.
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History Of Ramadan Fasting
- Fasting the entire month of Ramadan was legislated in the second year after Hijrah and is a special gift to this Ummah.
- The obligation was revealed around 10th of Sha'ban and established communal practice in Medina.
Fasting’s Primary Purpose
- The stated objective of fasting in Qur'an is to develop taqwa (God-consciousness).
- Fasting's legal obligation connects directly to cultivating righteousness and mindfulness of Allah.
Make Intention And Take Suhoor
- Make a sincere intention (niyyah) before Fajr or before sleeping to ensure your fast is valid.
- Have suhoor even if small, as the Prophet ﷺ recommended a date or a sip of water for blessing.