Fasting is not allowed on specific days according to Islamic teachings.
Days Forbidden for Fasting
According to the provided reference, there are certain days on which fasting is prohibited in Islam. These include:
- Eid al-Adha and the three days following it: These days are designated for celebration, eating, drinking, and remembering Allah. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "You are not to fast these days. They are days of eating and drinking and remembering Allah," as reported by Abu Hurairah.
- Eid al-Fitr: Similar to Eid al-Adha, Eid al-Fitr is a day of celebration and feasting, marking the end of Ramadan. Fasting on this day is forbidden.
- Singling out Fridays for fasting: It is discouraged to fast only on Fridays without fasting on the days before or after. This is because singling out Friday is not in accordance with Islamic traditions, as mentioned regarding 'Abdullah b.
Here's a table summarizing the days when fasting is not allowed:
| Day(s) | Reason |
|---|---|
| Eid al-Adha | Day of celebration, eating, drinking, and remembering Allah. |
| 3 days after Eid al-Adha | Days of celebration, eating, drinking, and remembering Allah. |
| Eid al-Fitr | Day of celebration and feasting. |
| Only Fridays | Discouraged to single out Fridays for fasting. |
