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ALI 713: The Laws of Fasting (Ṣawm)

This online course offers a structured and practical study of the Islamic laws of fasting, delivered over two sessions. Participants will explore the definition and reality of fasting, with attention given to the intention (niyyah) and its details. The course will also cover the different types of fasts, acts that invalidate the fast, as well ... <a title="ALI 713: The Laws of Fasting (Ṣawm)" class="read-more" href="https://new.academyofislam.com/courses/ali-713/" aria-label="More on ALI 713: The Laws of Fasting (Ṣawm)">Read more</a>

Code: ALI 713

This online course offers a structured and practical study of the Islamic laws of fasting, delivered over two sessions. Participants will explore the definition and reality of fasting, with attention given to the intention (niyyah) and its details. The course will also cover the different types of fasts, acts that invalidate the fast, as well as the rulings related to qaḍāʾ, kaffārah, and the fasting of a traveler.

All rulings will be in accordance with the legal opinions renown Maraji’.

Instructor: Sh Muhammad Mahdi Kassamali
Fees: Free; donations to A.L.I. encouraged
Registration: https://academyofislam.com/registration/

Schedule: Two Saturdays, Feb 14th and 21st 2026 
Timings: UAE 8pm, East Africa 7pm,  UK 4 pm, NY/Toronto 11 am Vancouver 8 am.

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East Africa

UK

NY/Toronto

Vancouver

February 14, 2026

8:00 pm

7:00 pm

4:00 pm

11:00 am

8:00 am

February 21, 2026

8:00 pm

7:00 pm

4:00 pm

11:00 am

8:00 am


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