Frequently asked Questions pertaining to Fasting (Part 1) (16/21)
Question
I engaged in intercourse with my spouse. Is my fast valid?
Answer
Intercourse will invalidate the fast and will make Qadhā and Kaffārah compulsory.
Questions about this ruling, answered only from the archive with sources.
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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