Fasting – Muslima Coaching

When do I make the intention for a makeup Ramadan fast?

Posted on March 29, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Question: When do I make the intention for a makeup Ramadan fast? Answer: Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatuLlahi wa barakatuhu The intention is the internal resolve to perform an action. Its place is in the heart. The intention for...Read More

The ABC’s Of How-To-Fast

Posted on March 10, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali Fasting is pretty straightforward. From a simplistic perspective, it consists of four key elements: Making the intention to fast.Refraining from doing anything that would nullify the fast.Observing the fasting time.Breaking the fast. Additionally,...Read More

Sunnas When Fasting

Posted on March 10, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali There are specific actions that the Prophet ﷺ did while fasting, and there are actions that he ﷺ encouraged others to do when fasting. His advice often relates to: the pre-dawn meal (suḥūr),...Read More

Why Fast? Motivation From Revelation

Posted on March 10, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali Fasting the month of Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam. As such, it is a tremendous act of worship, and engaging in it only makes the good qualities of a...Read More

What are the different types of fasts that I can perform?

Posted on March 8, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Question: What are the different types of fasts that I can perform? Answer: Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatuLlahi wa barakatuhu There are several types of fasts that a believer can intend to perform. Check out our courses...Read More

Menstruation Rulings Related To Ramadan

Posted on March 1, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali The general ruling is that a woman is not permitted to fast any type of fast while she is in a state of menstruation (hayd) or lochia (nifas). The remainder of this article...Read More

If a woman’s menstruation ends before Fajr in Ramadan, but she hasn’t taken a ghusl yet, can she make the intention to fast and take a ghusl after Fajr?

Posted on March 1, 2020July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Question: If a woman's menstruation ends before Fajr in Ramadan, but she hasn't taken a ghusl yet, can she make the intention to fast and take a ghusl after Fajr? Or does the ghusl have to be done before Fajr...Read More

Acts Of Good To Do In Ramadan

Posted on April 30, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali The Prophet ﷺ said, “When Ramadan comes, the gates of Paradise are opened, the doors to the Hellfire are closed, and the devils are chained.” [Bukhari] From these words, we are taught...Read More

Who must fast Ramadan? Are there exceptions?

Posted on April 30, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Question: Who must fast Ramadan? Are there exceptions? Answer: Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatuLlahi wa barakatuhu Fasting the month of Ramadan is obligatory upon: every Muslim, who is mentally sane, and post-pubescent. Reaching Puberty A male child...Read More

Tips From Pregnant & Nursing Women

Posted on April 30, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Pregnant and nursing women are required to fast Ramadan. A pregnant or nursing woman is only excused from fasting the current month of Ramadan if she fears that fasting will cause harm to her or her baby. Read more about these rulings...Read More

Are pregnant and nursing women required to fast Ramadan?

Posted on April 30, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Question: Are pregnant and nursing women required to fast? Answer: Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatuLlahi wa barakatuhu As a general ruling, pregnant and nursing women are required to fast Ramadan. Exception To The Rule However, an exception...Read More

Worship In Ramadan For A Menstruating Woman

Posted on April 29, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali The Prophet, Allah bless him and give him peace, said about menstruation, “Verily this is a matter Allah has written upon the girls of Prophet Adam [peace be upon him].” (Bukhari) Those who...Read More

Complete List Of Fasting Nullifiers With Exceptions

Posted on April 29, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim by Naielah Ackbarali While fasting, a fasting person must avoid: eating;drinking;engaging in sexual intercourse (regardless of if ejaculation occurs or not);ejaculating through sexual touch (such as by foreplay, masturbation, kissing);swallowing their spouse’s saliva while kissing;taking oral medication;inserting...Read More

What is the Islamic midday? How do I calculate it?

Posted on April 19, 2019July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

Question: What is the Islamic midday? How do I calculate it? Answer: Bismi Llahir Rahmanir Rahim Assalamu alaykum wa rahmatuLlahi wa barakatuhu The Islamic midday is the halfway point for the total number of hours between the entering of the...Read More

The Greatest Degree of Fasting

Posted on May 13, 2017July 13, 2020 by muslimacoaching

The first day of fasting Ramadan is usually difficult for most people. It’s the sudden hiccup in our eating schedule that can often send us into disarray. However, as the days of the month pass, we slowly teach our minds to focus...Read More