Why you should Fast the 6 Days of Shawwaal? - Dr Zakir Naik

TL;DR

Fasting six days in Shawwal after Ramadan is like fasting for a whole year, with flexibility in when and how you fast.

Transcript

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Key Insights

• 💨 Fasting six days in Shawwal after Ramadan equals fasting for a year.
• 🥳 The flexibility exists in selecting when to fast the six days in Shawwal.
• 🥳 Scholars have differing opinions on the specifics of fasting the six days in Shawwal.
• 🥳 The intention for fasting the six days can be made on the same day or the night before.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why did Prophet Muhammad recommend fasting six days in Shawwal specifically?

The Prophet chose six days in Shawwal because fasting them after Ramadan completes a year's worth of fasting due to the multiplied rewards.

Q: Should the six days in Shawwal be fasted immediately after Ramadan ends?

There is flexibility in selecting when to fast the six days in Shawwal, as long as they are completed during the month.

Q: Is it necessary to fast the six days in Shawwal every year?

While recommended, fasting the six days in Shawwal is voluntary, so missing a year does not prevent one from fasting in the future.

Q: Can the intention for fasting the six days in Shawwal be made on the same day?

Some scholars allow making the intention (Nia) on the same day as long as no food or drink has been consumed, while others recommend making the intention the night before.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Prophet Muhammad recommended fasting six days in Shawwal after Ramadan, equal to fasting for a year.

• Scholars differ on whether the six days should be fasted consecutively or separately.

• Flexibility exists in choosing when to fast the six days, as long as the intention is made.