Jamiatul Ulama KZN

Can one fast whilst travelling?

Published as Brief Miscellaneous Q & A Relating to Fasting (17/22)

· 18 Shaʻban 1439 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Can one fast whilst travelling?

Answer

Yes, one may fast while travelling. However one should not burden oneself if the journey is long and difficult, for in such situations it is advisable not to fast.

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