Ramadan: Here’s how Muslim women can delay their menstrual cycles to fast
During the Annual Ramadan Lecture, Chief Missioner Malam Salaudeen Abdulkadir suggested that Muslim women who are medically fit and certified by a physician can delay their menstrual cycles in order to fast for the entire month without endangering their lives.
He emphasized the universal applicability of Islam and cautioned against cultural practices that contradict Islamic teachings.
Here’s how Muslim women can delay their menstrual cycle to observe Ramadan fasting:
Medical Intervention: According to Malam Salaudeen Abdulkadir, Chief Missioner of the Igbomina-Ekiti Muslim Forum, Muslim women can opt for medical methods to delay their menstrual cycle if they wish to fast the complete month of Ramadan.
Medical Fitness and Certification: It’s emphasized that this process should not endanger the lives of women, and they should be medically fit and certified by their physicians before attempting to delay their menstrual cycle.
Islamic Jurisprudence: Abdulkadir highlights that Islamic experts have researched and concluded that women can delay their menstrual cycle if they desire to fast during Ramadan. This indicates that there is a basis for this practice within Islamic teachings.
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Allah’s Mandate and Consideration: The importance of Ramadan fasting is underscored as a mandate from Allah for health and spiritual rejuvenation. It’s also noted that Allah does not overburden individuals beyond their capacity.
Unique Nature of Ramadan Fasting: While other cultures may have their forms of fasting, Ramadan fasting is considered unique as it’s prescribed by Allah himself, with specific instructions for Muslims to follow.
Overall, the key points emphasize the compatibility of delaying menstrual cycles with Islamic teachings, provided it’s done within the bounds of medical safety and personal capability, allowing women to fully participate in the spiritual observance of Ramadan.
