When Did Fasting Become Compulsory?
Question
When did fasting become compulsory in Islam?
Answer
Siyam (fasting) of Ramadhaan was prescribed in the 2nd year of Hijra, during the month of Shabaan. Almighty Allah states: “O you who believe! Fasting is prescribed upon you as it was ordained to those before you,so that you (learn) self-restraint.” (surah 2 verse 183)
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- Mufti AK Hoosen,Ustaad Darul Uloom,20years.
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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