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What happens if I pass out and need to drink water?

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If you pass out, you should break your fast once you regain consciousness. Your body may not be physically capable of fasting yet, so don't force it to.

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Can I still fast if I am not Muslim?

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Yes, you can.

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Does crying break a fast?

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No, crying does not break your fast.

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Does the swallowing of saliva break the fast?

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No, it does not break the fast to swallow your saliva.

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If my daughter ended her period in the middle of Ramadan and doesn't want to do the rest of her fasting after Ramadan, what should I do?

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Try asking her why doesn't want to make up her fasts during Ramadan. If she doesn't believe she has to, encourage her to research more about having menstruation during Ramadan. You could even show her this article since it targets Muslim teens. However, if she is adamant, you should respect her decision.

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Does sweating break my fast?

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No, sweating will not invalidate your fast.

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Can I exercise while fasting?

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Yes, but it is not recommended because your sugar levels will not be as high as they need to be which could lead to you passing out.

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Is it a sin to watch a movie during Ramadan?

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No, it's not a sin to watch a movie during Ramadan. However, it is greatly disliked because it distracts you from the remembrance and worship of Allah, especially in this holy month in which you should increase your devotion to Allah.

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Will using mouthwash break my fast?

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No, mouthwash will not break your fast. You should, however, be careful that you do not accidentally swallow it. In fact, using mouthwash or toothpaste is makrooh (disliked) according to some scholars.

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If I feel hungry, can I imagine eating food?

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Yes, you can imagine eating food as long as you don't actually eat anything.

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Is it bad to listen to music even though my favorite group is posting up a new song and everyone will be talking about it? What should I do?

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Music is disliked in Islam. This can be inferred from passages in the Quran and the Sunnah. It doesn't bring someone closer to Allah; rather, it makes one forget about Him, and often has themes that are inappropriate or disliked in Islam. In Ramadan, it is even more disliked, because this is the month in which we should increase our worship and devotion to Allah and leave anything and everything that does not benefit us in this life or in the hereafter.

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What if I suddenly cut myself and I was bleeding? Can this stop my fast?

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It only nullifies your fast if the loss of blood caused any major pain or weakness to your body. If it was only a small amount, it does not break your fast.

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Is it OK to listen to a surah outside or in the car while diving?

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Yes, it is fine InShaaAllah. It is preferable to listen to a surah that you know, so that you are not listening to something you do not understand. You must also not neglect it by talking over it or leaving it on quiet volume.

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Is tarawih prayer optional?

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Yes. It is a sunnah, however, and you should at least try to pray four raqats.

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Is it okay to have sexual intercourse during the night with my wife in the month of Ramadan, and then purify myself by performing ghusl, or is it forbidden for the whole 30 days?

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It is permitted at nighttime (Surah 02:Ayaat 187), but not during the day time.

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My parents do not know that I am Muslim and I need to fast. What should I do?

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You can talk to your parents about it. If they are not supportive, remember that your fasting is between you and God.

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Could being angry/sad/dramatic break my fast?

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Remember that fasting involves the mind, body, and spirit. You should avoid committing sins; while it may not break your fast, sinning could result in you going to the hellfire in the afterlife.

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What happens if I do listen to music?

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It is not a sin, however, remember that you should be remembering God more in the month of Ramadan.

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What if I am in gym and fasting and I feel thirsty?

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If you are fasting, and you have to do some physical exercise, then contact your school teachers to see if you can make arrangements to get around it.

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If I'm on my period and I can't fast, however my dad makes me fast, what should I do?

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You should speak with your mother (or other feminine figure) about any concerns you have about feminine hygiene and fasting.

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Are there any exceptions when I don't have to fast, as a girl?

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The only time in Ramadan when you don't fast is when you are on your period, and as soon as that finishes, you must continue to fast. After Eid, before the next year of Ramadan begins, you must make up those fasts you missed. Also, if it's Ramadan and you are travelling, then don't fast. You also wouldn't fast if you're 7 years old or younger.

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Can I drink water during fasting?

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No, drinking water would invalidate your fast. If it is really hard fast then try drinking more water at sehr, and during the hours when you are not fasting.

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Does salivating when fasting break a fast?

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Swallowing your own saliva is perfectly permissible and, in fact, encouraged. "This misconception has no basis at all," says Mr Hassan, "swallowing your saliva is natural. It definitely will not break the fast.

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If I’m a girl recovering from an eating disorder, what would Allah feel if I didn’t fast if it was for my mental and physical health? Am I committing haram? What other ways can I devote myself?

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Allah will understand if it’s because of a sickness. If possible, try to replace it before next year’s Ramadan and if not, do Zakat.

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How many years old to I have to be to fast?

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You have to reach the age of puberty. Around 10-15 in girls and 15-20 in boys.

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What should I do if I am hungry?

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You cannot break your fast before Iftar because you are just hungry, but keep yourself cool and lie down on the bed. Do not do hard work. You should also eat nutritious food for Suhoor, and drink plenty of fluids from Iftar to Suhoor.

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What if a woman who doesn't cover her head, wants to start doing so in Ramadan but is really shy to adapt to the change, how should she cope up with the situation?

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Don't feel shy at all. Grab that hijab and put it on, you'll feel honestly happy if you do so, and you will strengthen your iman. If you're having trouble adapting, why not try just wearing a normal scarf on your head first, then start wearing a hijab when you get ready to wear it?

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If I am a Muslim girl who has reached puberty and get my period during Ramadan or any day in general, can I use tampons to avoid the external bleeding and still participate in religious activities?

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While menstruating, your wuzu Is broken, meaning you cannot participate in religious activities, not even fasting or praying. You can wear a tampon, but that won't stop your period. However, you can give charity, and then after Ramadan, you have to make up for the days you missed.

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What if I have gastritis ? How should I do fasting?

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If you have a sickness like gastritis, then you should not fast. The prophet said:"Islam doesn't like hurting and being hurt".

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Are we allowed to watch videos of people eating during Ramadan?

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Watching people eating is okay, in videos or in real life. The only important thing is that you mustn't eat or drink.

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