Breaking the fast with dates or water

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Etiquette of Fasting

Breaking the fast with dates or water

The Prophet (SAW) would break his fast with fresh dates before praying Maghrib; if unavailable, with dried dates; if unavailable, with a few sips of water.

Reference: Sunan Abi Dawud, graded Hasan, on the authority of Anas ibn Malik (RA)

Explanation

This simple, light way of opening the fast reflects moderation rather than immediately overeating.

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