Fasting is obligatory during the month of Ramadan and it is a way of showing our obedience and submission to our creator by regulating our hunger.

Ramadan is a yearly training session to implement this wisdom and gain closeness to Allah. It is mentioned often that if one can that if a person can control his desire of hunger, he could discipline all other physical cravings.

 Fasting is obligatory on all Muslims with the following exceptions: Young, sick, travelers on a journey and menstruating women.

However, all missed fasts should be made up. Fasting period begin at dawn and ends at sunset. During this period, all food and all liquids including water is forbidden. It is recommended that a predawn meal should be taken before the fast begins. This meal provides a source of blessings and nourishment. Fasting should be broken at sunset with dates.