Fasting during Ramadan is a sacred obligation for Muslims, serving as a means of spiritual purification, self-discipline, and closeness to Allah. However, there are times when someone might miss a fast or break it, intentionally or unintentionally. In such cases, Islam provides a way to compensate through Fidya and Kaffarah.
What are Fidya and Kaffarah in Islam?
Fidya and Kaffarah are two important concepts in Islam that
help Muslims make amends for missed or broken fasts. While
both involve compensation, they apply in different
situations.
Fidya is paid when someone cannot fast due to a valid reason
according to Sharia (Islamic Law), such as chronic illness, old
age, or pregnancy, and cannot make up for the missed fast later.
The compensation involves feeding one poor person for each missed
fast.
Kaffarah is required when a fast is deliberately broken
without a valid reason. To compensate, one must either fast
for 60 consecutive days or feed 60 needy individuals.
Understanding the difference between these two forms of compensation
is crucial for fulfilling your obligations correctly.
What Is Fidya in Islam?
What is Fidya in Islam? Fidya is a form of compensation for missed fasts that cannot be made up later. It applies to individuals who have valid reasons for not fasting, such as chronic illness, advanced age, or pregnancy. Instead of fasting, these individuals are required to provide food to a needy person for each missed fast. This act reflects the spirit of Islam by combining personal accountability with care for the less fortunate.
Pay Kaffarah for Breaking Fast
Sometimes, a fast may be deliberately broken without a valid reason, which requires Kaffarah as compensation. Kaffarah involves a more significant atonement because breaking a fast intentionally is a serious matter. The two main options for Pay Kaffarah are:
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