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Islamic QA for North America

September 3, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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lip ice

Q. My lips crack a when fasting. Can put on my lip cream (ice/balm) on em? A.Yes, so long as it does not go down your throat, you fast would remain valid. Allah Certainly Knows Best

August 23, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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fast breakers

Due to the many question, merely read the following: Adapted from Taleemul Haqq (basic book for basic everyday rules) (with minor edition) If clarity is lacked in any of the following, do ask! After all, it is your fast! Things … Continue reading

August 23, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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ramadaan answers:

Due to the many question, merely read the following: Adapted from Taleemul Haqq (basic book for basic everyday rules) Things that break one’s fast Things that break one’s fast are of two kinds. Some make only Qaza necessary whilst others … Continue reading

August 20, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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a shot and fasting

Q. Does taking a shot for travel invalidate a fast? A. No. Taking a shot for any reason upon the body would not invalidate the fast. The consequences of taking a shot in the mouth may cause bleeding. The bleeding … Continue reading

August 19, 2009
by Ml. Muhammed Shoayb
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slime and fast

Q. During the first five days of Ramadan, I get sick. Or I get really bad headaches. A slimy gooey substance builds up in my throat and in goes down my throat. Does this break my fast? A. No. Allah … Continue reading