In this month of Ramadhan, all Muslims are decreed by God to observe fasting, as mentioned in the Quran in chapter 2, verse 183 to 185. What most, especially non-muslims don't realize is that in verse 184 of the same chapter, God has stated,
"...if one is ill or traveling, an equal number of other days may be substituted...".
Although in the same verse,
" ...If one volunteers (more righteous works), it is better. But fasting is the best for you, if you only knew."
Clearly, fasting is not meant to suffer, neither to burden the Muslim community, rather, it's a religious obligation
only to benefit the Believers. In the verse 185 of the same chapter, God has mentioned,
"...GOD wishes for you convenience, not hardship, that you may fulfill your obligations, and to glorify GOD for guiding you, and to express your appreciation."
These are just excerpts from the Quran, which are concerning fasting. There are much more subjects of discussion including stories, reminders and warnings etc in this extraordinary superhuman book. Check it out.
And do note, the Quran is not a mystery book only for the Muslims to read it. Anyone can read it, including you.
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