Did You Miss the White Six Fasts? Dhul-Qi’dah 2026 Opens a New Question
As Dhul-Qi’dah 2026 begins, many wonder whether the opportunity to fast the six days of Shawwal has passed, or if there is still room to gain its reward.
With the arrival of Sunday marking the beginning of Dhul-Qi’dah 2026, the blessed month of Shawwal comes to a close. Yet a question remains alive: has the opportunity of fasting the six days been lost?
Ruling on the Six Days of Shawwal
“Whoever fasts Ramadan and then follows it with six days of Shawwal, it is as if he has fasted the entire year.”
They may be observed consecutively or separately within Shawwal, and the reward is attained in either case.
Does the Reward End with Shawwal?
Some scholars allow making up these fasts after Shawwal for those who had a valid excuse, with hope of reward, since divine mercy is not limited by time.
Fasting After Dhul-Qi’dah Begins
If missed during Shawwal due to an excuse, it may still be observed in Dhul-Qi’dah as voluntary fasting, with the intention of seeking reward, as long as sincerity and ability remain.
Intention in Voluntary Fasting
In voluntary fasting, it is not required to make intention before dawn; one may intend during the day if no actions invalidating the fast have occurred, reflecting ease in Islamic law.
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