The Intent of Fasting Isn’t To Punish Yourself

The Intent of Fasting Isn’t To Punish Yourself

April 23, 2026

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Sheikh Abu taubah discusses the intent and rules of fasting as outlined in the Maliki text ar-Risalah.

Sheikh Abu taubah explains chapter 23.2c (duration of the fast) through 23.2g (discovery of Ramadan in the morning) of the classic Maliki text, ar-Risalah of ibn Abi Zaid al Qayrawaani. Topics include the fiqh curriculum we are following, fiqh of moonsighting, and issues with Muslim communities in the West.More

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Host: Sheikh Abu taubah

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Books & works: ar-Risalah of ibn Abi Zaid al Qayrawaani

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