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Ramadan & Fasting

Fasting rules, what breaks the fast, long summer days and Ramadan at work or school. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

Is Ramadan a good time to become Muslim?

Yes, Ramadan is a lovely time to become Muslim, with community iftars and extra reward, but don't wait for it if you already believe.

Yes, overeating at iftar goes against the spirit of fasting. Islam teaches moderation: the one-third rule, Quran 7:31 and tips for a lighter iftar.

Yes, you can skip taraweeh for a match since it's sunnah, not fard, but never miss Isha. Pray at home or part of it to keep the reward.

If you don't fast in Ramadan with a valid excuse, you make up the days. Skipping without one is a major sin, but repentance and make-up days fix it.

No, Muslims cannot drink water while fasting from dawn to sunset. Learn what counts, what if you sip by mistake, and how to stay hydrated at night.

The conditions of a valid fast are intention, avoiding food, drink and intercourse from dawn to sunset, and being free of menstruation. Full list.

Breaking your fast a few minutes early on purpose means making up the day. By honest mistake, most scholars say make up one day; there is no sin.

Yes, Muslims can eat and drink at night during Ramadan, from sunset until dawn. Learn about iftar, suhoor, when eating stops, and not overeating.

Yes, your fast is valid if you drank alcohol the night before, as long as you stopped before dawn and intended to fast. Alcohol is still haram.

Yes, you can get a haircut while fasting. A haircut, beard trim or shave doesn't break the fast; just keep hair and water out of your mouth.

A social media break during Ramadan isn't required, but it helps many Muslims guard their fast, time and heart. Here are realistic ways to cut back.

Yes, Muslim kids can sit out or do lighter PE while fasting. Kids before puberty needn't fast, and fasting teens can ask the school for adjustments.