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﴿ فَاسْأَلُوا أَهْلَ الذِّكْرِ إِن كُنتُمْ لَا تَعْلَمُونَ ﴾

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The ruling on observing the new moon of Ramadan for Muslims

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Question:
Honorable Shaykh. Is it a collective obligation for the people to observe it, or if it is during the festival of Eid, should it be

Answer:
Yes, it is a collective obligation. If enough people perform it, the requirement is fulfilled. The requirement is fulfilled, but it is recommended for the rest to participate so that they may receive the reward and so that there may be cooperation as well. It is recommended for the rest to participate.
Source شرح بلوغ المرام من أدلة الأحكام [ صالح الفوزان ]، كتاب الصيام — islamhouse.com (50:05)

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