Yasir Qadhi The 10 Objectives Of Fasting In Islam
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Feb 14, 2026 A deep dive into ten spiritual objectives behind fasting, from self-control and managing anger to cultivating generosity. Discussion includes Quran recitation, night prayer, and frequent dua. Emphasis on community, mosque attendance, civic engagement, and the promise of forgiveness and spiritual growth during Ramadan.
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Rituals Uniquely Draw Us Closer
- Rituals prescribed by Allah draw us closer more than everyday good deeds because they are done purely for His sake.
- Fasting is unique among rituals because its reward belongs to Allah and cannot be mathematically calculated.
Ramadan As The Gym Of Patience
- Fasting trains the soul in sabr by forcing voluntary restraint from lawful needs for Allah's sake.
- This discipline translates into strength to abandon clearly forbidden actions as well.
Respond 'I Am Fasting' When Provoked
- When someone provokes you while fasting, remind yourself "I am fasting" and avoid retaliating.
- Use Ramadan to actively correct bad manners by controlling tongue and anger.