What is the ruling on voluntary acts of worship for one who has committed some major sins?
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Question:
If a person has committed some major sins, should he fast on the Day of 'Arafah?
Answer:
It is recommended for the one who has major sins and for the one who does not have major sins to fast on the Day of 'Arafah; it is recommended for every Muslim to fast on the Day of 'Arafah; Allah will alleviate his sins for him, and it is a righteous deed.
Q: What about the sinner who persists in his sin?
The Shaykh: It is recommended for every Muslim to perform voluntary acts of worship, even if he is a sinner. The sinner is the most deserving of people to strive for the means of good, so that perhaps it may be alleviated for him.
If a person has committed some major sins, should he fast on the Day of 'Arafah?
Answer:
It is recommended for the one who has major sins and for the one who does not have major sins to fast on the Day of 'Arafah; it is recommended for every Muslim to fast on the Day of 'Arafah; Allah will alleviate his sins for him, and it is a righteous deed.
Q: What about the sinner who persists in his sin?
The Shaykh: It is recommended for every Muslim to perform voluntary acts of worship, even if he is a sinner. The sinner is the most deserving of people to strive for the means of good, so that perhaps it may be alleviated for him.
Source
binbaz.org.sa
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