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The benefits of hunger

The holy Prophet of Islam Prophet Mohammad (peace be upon him and his family) delivered a sermon before starting the month of Ramadan, in which he said: “You are invited into the banquet and feast of Allah.” A question that might arise here is that what is the relation between a feast and hunger and […]

What Is the General Fast?

The general fast is the fast that is obligatory on every one who meets the conditions of fasting.  Basically it is to refrain from eating, drinking, copulation, and all those things mentioned by the esteemed jurists in their books of Divine law.  To abstain from some of the basic necessities is really a challenge, but […]

What Is the Most Specific Fast?

The highest level of fasting is to disengage oneself from other than Allāh (SwT).  Every thought, speech, action, etc.  is solely for Allāh (SwT).  The fasting one in this level ensures that not only does he observe the first two levels of fasting, but protects his heart from other than Allāh (SwT).  Perhaps this noble […]