Fatawaa

Subject : What should one do if they See a Fasting Person Eating or Drinking Forgetfully during Ramadan
Fatwa Number : 4097
Date : 25-01-2026
Classified : Conditions of Fasting
Fatwa Type : Summarized Fatawaa

Question :

What should one do if they see a fasting person eating or drinking forgetfully during Ramadan?



The Answer :

If someone sees a fasting person in Ramadan eating or drinking forgetfully, they should gently remind them to stop. Although the forgetful person is neither sinful nor has their fast broken, their action outwardly appears as something impermissible. Therefore, we should kindly remind them to refrain.







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