The ruling on fasting on the Day of 'Arafah for the pilgrim
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Question:
This questioner says: What is the ruling on fasting on the Day of 'Arafah for the pilgrim?
Answer:
It is disliked, but not forbidden. It is disliked because the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was not fasting on the Day of 'Arafah, out of consideration for the people, because fasting is difficult for them while standing at 'Arafah, especially during the heat of summer. Therefore, it is disliked for the one standing at 'Arafah to fast, because it goes against the Sunnah. However, if he does fast, his fast is valid, despite the dislike. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
This questioner says: What is the ruling on fasting on the Day of 'Arafah for the pilgrim?
Answer:
It is disliked, but not forbidden. It is disliked because the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) was not fasting on the Day of 'Arafah, out of consideration for the people, because fasting is difficult for them while standing at 'Arafah, especially during the heat of summer. Therefore, it is disliked for the one standing at 'Arafah to fast, because it goes against the Sunnah. However, if he does fast, his fast is valid, despite the dislike. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Source
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