Ramadan Mubarak 2026

mid_gen said:
I find myself more and more intrigued by the concept of Ramadan. Being more strict about my diet as I get older, abstaining from alcohol for long periods, I really like the idea of this kind of self-discipline and the mental fortitude it takes. In a society where we are constantly bombarded with adverts telling us to WE HAVE TO HAVE EVERYTHING ALL THE TIME, fasting for a month is quite the achievement.

Question : Would it be inappropriate to observe Ramadan as a non-muslim?
Click to expand...

No its not inappropriate at all, I came across a video on social media recently where a agnostic was doing the whole month of ramadan. From a non muslim point of view it can definitely promote discipline, stop bad habits, learn about yourself. Think of it as a spiritual gym.
 
mid_gen said:
I find myself more and more intrigued by the concept of Ramadan. Being more strict about my diet as I get older, abstaining from alcohol for long periods, I really like the idea of this kind of self-discipline and the mental fortitude it takes. In a society where we are constantly bombarded with adverts telling us to WE HAVE TO HAVE EVERYTHING ALL THE TIME, fasting for a month is quite the achievement.

Question : Would it be inappropriate to observe Ramadan as a non-muslim?
Click to expand...
No it will not be inappropriate. The choice is yours.
 
mid_gen said:
I find myself more and more intrigued by the concept of Ramadan. Being more strict about my diet as I get older, abstaining from alcohol for long periods, I really like the idea of this kind of self-discipline and the mental fortitude it takes. In a society where we are constantly bombarded with adverts telling us to WE HAVE TO HAVE EVERYTHING ALL THE TIME, fasting for a month is quite the achievement.

Question : Would it be inappropriate to observe Ramadan as a non-muslim?
Click to expand...

I hope not as I fasted for Ramadan last year to show support for a colleague (not that he needed it) Was an eye opener for me and something I’m really proud of.

I’m fasting again this year.
 
Uther said:
If it's not inappropriate could someone explain how the fasting works? Is it just between certain daylight hours?
Click to expand...
Fasting is from entry of Fajr (the morning prayer and not sunrise) - which is dependant on calculation methods, 18o and 15o degrees (being the mostly used) sun below horizon before sunrise - so timing can be different dependant on scholarly views. Personally follow 18o and that currently for Birmingham, UK is 5:05am Fajr entry time. So adopting precaution for astronomical conditions it's best to stop eating 3-5 minutes before so 5:00am is good. Although prayer will enter 5:05 but precaution is again to adopt a 5 minute delay and prayer 5:10am or thereafter. The congregation prayers in the mosques are usually around 5:30-5:45am. Sunrise for Birmingham is 6:58am, on Friday 27th Feb, so if the Fajr prayer was delayed for any reason then it must be prayed before sunrise occurs. The fast breaks/opens at Maghrib (evening prayer) which again is not exactly sunset but ideally a few mins 3-5 minutes thereafter (for reasons of adopting precaution due to varying astronomical conditions and elevation etc. to ensure sun has set). No food, water or smoking is permitted during the hours of fasting. Medication by injection/IV can be taken as it bypasses the stomach; but not oral medication. Eating or drinking whilst forgetting does not break the fast. Accidental swallowing of water, knowing you are fasting, does break the fast however you just have to make up the fast. Intentional breaking of the obligatory Ramdhan fasts without a valid excuse requires a make up fast and kaffarah (compensation). Bit detailed, hope it helps :)
 
Last edited:
1774131474457.png
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top Bottom