School examinations are not an excuse for breaking the fast in Ramadan
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Fatwa number ( 9601 )
Q: Is an examination an excuse that permits breaking the fast in Ramadan? Because some fatwas have spread among us permitting breaking the fast in Ramadan for those who fear their minds will wander and they will not be able to concentrate. Is it permissible to obey one's parents in breaking the fast to hear them accept these fatwas that permit breaking the fast? We ask your eminence to respond quickly due to the widespread prevalence of these fatwas, and may Allah reward you with good.
A: School examinations and the like are not considered an excuse that permits breaking the fast
during the day in Ramadan, and it is not permissible to obey one's parents in breaking the fast for an examination; because there is no obedience to a created being in disobedience to the Creator, and obedience is only in what is good, as stated in the authentic hadith from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.
Q: Is an examination an excuse that permits breaking the fast in Ramadan? Because some fatwas have spread among us permitting breaking the fast in Ramadan for those who fear their minds will wander and they will not be able to concentrate. Is it permissible to obey one's parents in breaking the fast to hear them accept these fatwas that permit breaking the fast? We ask your eminence to respond quickly due to the widespread prevalence of these fatwas, and may Allah reward you with good.
A: School examinations and the like are not considered an excuse that permits breaking the fast
during the day in Ramadan, and it is not permissible to obey one's parents in breaking the fast for an examination; because there is no obedience to a created being in disobedience to the Creator, and obedience is only in what is good, as stated in the authentic hadith from the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him). And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.
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