Explanation

When fasting was made obligatory:

• Timing: Second year of Hijrah (2 AH / 624 CE), in the month of Sha'ban
• First fast: Ramadan 2 AH
• Key verse: Surah Al-Baqarah (183–185)
• Prophet's practice: Fasted Ramadan for 9 years (until 11 AH)
• Before Ramadan: Muslims fasted on Ashura (10th Muharram) and three days each month

Last updated by NS on 5-09-2026

Explanation

• "1st Ashra of Ramadan is "Days of mercy" (Rehmat).
• 2nd Ashra of Ramadan is "Days of forgiveness" (Maghfirayat).
• 3rd Ashra of Ramadan is "Days of refuge from hell fire" (Jahanum ke aag sa nijahat).

Last verified on 09-09-2026

Explanation

• Aitekaaf during Ramadan is Sunnah Muakkadah (an emphasized Sunnah).
• It is highly recommended.
• It is usually observed during the last 10 days of Ramadan.
• The purpose of Aitekaaf is to devote oneself to worship, prayer, and remembrance of Allah.
• It was the regular practice of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

Last verified on 07-07-2026

Explanation

• Soam (صوم) literally means “to avoid something” and “to leave something.”
• In Islamic terminology, Sawm means fasting, i.e., to abstain from food, drink, and other things from dawn to sunset.
• Fasting (Sawm) was made obligatory in the 2nd Hijri year.

Last verified on 01-07-2026

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