Riyad as-Salihin, 1764
Hadith text · Matn
عن أبي هريرة وعائشة رضي الله عنهما أن النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم نهى عن الوصال. ((متفق عليه)).
English translation
Abu Hurairah and 'Aishah (May Allah be pleased with them) said:
The Prophet (ﷺ) prohibited observing continuous voluntary fasts beyond one day. <b>[Al-Bukhari and Muslim]</b>.
References1 variant
- In-Book Reference
- Book 17, Hadith 254
Sharh · explanationclick to expand
<b>Guidance from the Hadiths:</b><br>
1) It is prohibited to fast uninterruptedly lest one should get bored with uninterrupted worship.<br>
2) They point out Allah’s vast mercy and kindness towards His servants. Indeed, He is more merciful to them than their own selves.