Question:
Asalaamu alaikum,
I’m a 3rd year student & our curriculum entails doing 2 subjects at a time. However, the 1st is a semester subject (complete it over 2 terms) & the other is a 6 week subject. This makes it very hectic because the subject contents are very broad & we have to complete a years work in 6 weeks while tackling another subject. Includes writing exams every week and doing assignments, etc. There’s 6 subjects altogether. I also have a baby that’s 4 months old, so its very hectic. It’s all very exhausting and stressful for me. What I would like to know is, if I am still obligated to observing Ramadaan (fasting) this year? I would like to, however, I feel as if its going to lead me to illness or burnout. Note: I’m not breastfeeding anymore as my breast milk dried up by 3 months.
Jazaaka’Allah
Answer:
If you fear that your fast might harm your baby’s health or your health you have a valid excuse not to fast.
Imam Senad Agic
American Islamic Center – Chicago
Majlis #1 Head Imam (IABNA)
www.aicchicago.com
www.imamsenadagic.com
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