Fasting Six Days of Shawaal

This is an extract from the book “Al Jaami’u li Ahkaam is Siyaam” (A complete guide to the rules of fasting) by Sheikh Abu Iyaas Mahmood bin Abdul-Lateef bin Mahmood (‘Uwaydhah). Please note this is a draft translation from Arabic. If any confusion arises from the translation then please refer to the original Arabic book. It is recommended for the Muslim that after he has finished … Continue reading Fasting Six Days of Shawaal

The Inadmissibility of Relying upon Astronomical Calculations to Confirm the Start of the Month of Ramadan

As-Salaamu Alaikum Wa Rahmatullah Wa Barakaatuhu Question: I have read a question and answer about the inadmissibility of relying upon astronomical calculations to confirm the start of the month and Baarakallahu Feekum. However one point remains that I would like to be explained. It is that some have taken the use of astronomical calculations to negate the validity of a moon sighting meaning that if … Continue reading The Inadmissibility of Relying upon Astronomical Calculations to Confirm the Start of the Month of Ramadan