STUDYING ISLAM

The Number of Fasts Missed due to Menstruation

Earlier archive · · October 7, 2026

Question

The Number of Fasts Missed due to Menstruation Are women supposed to complete the number of fasts missed during periods after Ramadan ? Reply According to the established practices of Muslim women, since the times of the Prophet (pbuh), the number of fasts missed due to menstruation is completed any time after the month of Ramadan. It should however be kept in mind that the number of prayers thus missed may not to be completed. I hope this helps. In case any aspect of your question remains unanswered or inadequately answered, please feel free in writing back to me at your own convenience. May Allah guide us all to the path of His liking and grant us the true understanding of His book. Regards The Learner

Answer

The Number of Fasts Missed due to Menstruation Are women supposed to complete the number of fasts missed during periods after Ramadan ? Reply According to the established practices of Muslim women, since the times of the Prophet (pbuh), the number of fasts missed due to menstruation is completed any time after the month of Ramadan. It should however be kept in mind that the number of prayers thus missed may not to be completed. I hope this helps. In case any aspect of your question remains unanswered or inadequately answered, please feel free in writing back to me at your own convenience. May Allah guide us all to the path of His liking and grant us the true understanding of His book. Regards The Learner

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