Fatawaa

Subject : Is it required for a discerning child to make the intention at night if they wish to fast?
Fatwa Number : 4086
Date : 22-01-2026
Classified : Conditions of Fasting
Fatwa Type : Summarized Fatawaa

Question :

Is it required for a discerning child to make the intention at night if they wish to fast?



The Answer :

If a discerning child wishes to fast during Ramadan, they must make the intention at night because intention is one of the pillars of fasting, even though fasting is not obligatory for them.







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