How Can Fasting Be Observed In Abnormal Timezones?
Question
How does one fast in abnormal timezones?
Answer
In abnormal timezones where the sun does not rise or set for months,the times of the nearest normal region should be taken into consideration for the beginning and ending of saum (fasting)
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Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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