5 pillars(Saum) Flashcards
What is the simple definition of Saum?
Saum or fasting is the practice of abstaining (not doing something you enjoy) from food, drink, sexual activity during daylight for the month of Ramadan. The adhan is sounded at nightfall.
What is the quote for Saum?
‘Oh believers! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was for those before you that you may learn self restraint.’
What does the quote mean?
Fasting is like a prescription, something which you have to do which is good for you. It will help to give you control over your life, hold back from greed. This is something many Muslims have done in the past.
What is the quote for Ramadan?
‘Ramadan is the month in which the Qur’an was sent down as a guide to humanity’ (2: 185)
What is Ramandan?
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Muslim calendar. It was in this month that the Night of Power took place.
What is the Night of Power
.the name given to the night where Angel Jibril where he first appeared to Muhammed and revealed the first revelations of the Qur’an
What happens during the month of Ramadan?
During this month, Muslims do not consume food or drink between sunrise and sunset.
What does fasting symbolize?
Fasting symbolizes that craving and desires can be overcome; it is the spiritual over the material, Islam believes religion should be at the forefront, not fitted around busy lifestyles. Fasting is seen as a shield against the fires of hell; it is important for the self-discipline they gain.
What does Saum help muslims do?
. to get back on the right path
.a chance to be a better Muslim
.They remember that some people will never have any of the things they give up so they should appreciate what Allah has given them
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What are the duties of fasting ?
.No eating and drinking or sex from dawn to dusk
.They should consider their behaviour to others
.They should spend time in the mosque and try to read all of the Qur’an
.Time should not be wasted on material things like watching T.V. or idle chat
.They must get up early to eat; at dusk, they eat iftar to break the fast
.They spend the evening praying
What happens on one of the last ten nights of Ramadan?
On one of the last ten nights of Ramadan, Lailat-Ul- Qadr happens; Muslims stay up all night to remember the first revelation of the Qur’an; keeping this night is greater than a thousand months of worship.
Who is excempt from fasting?
The young (under 12) and the elderly or the ill or pregnant women or travellers
What are more benefits of fasting?
It brings Muslims closer to Allah and they rediscover religion as the focus on their lives. It is the month of forgiveness. It is a reminder of the plight of the poor and zakah (charity) is given. It also builds qualities like self-determination.
