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Is it permissible to fast on Friday alone instead of Thursday due to hardship?

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Question:
I am an employee, and fasting voluntary fasts is difficult for me, and I fear falling short in my work. I may get busy, so I do not fast on Thursday. In this situation, am I allowed to fast on Friday alone?

Answer:
If you fast on Thursday and Friday, there is no harm. However, fasting on Friday alone is prohibited. This is prohibited. Yes.
Source قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، هل يجوز صيام يوم الجمعة منفردا بدلا عن الخميس للمشقة؟ للشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com

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