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Which fast should a person keep first: their missed fasts from Ramadan, or the six Shawwal fasts? And is it recommended for young teenagers to keep the six Shawwal fasts?

I'tikaaf for women — permission, timing, and location

Fidyah and Kaffarah FAQ

Can Fidya nisab money be used to cook for people fasting at the masjid?

If a person has asthma, can they take oxygen or use a nebulizer during fasting?

Fasting FAQ — injections, IV drips, blood tests, asthma pumps (Part 4)

Making up a missed fast the following day

If one just had it in mind to fast tomorrow but woke up at 6:00am and never made the literal intention before Fajr, can one go about fasting?

Fasting FAQ — smoking, forgetfulness, mistakes, and vomiting (Part 3)

Fasting FAQ — eye/ear drops, insulin, nasal spray, mouthwash (Part 2)

Fasting FAQ — children, pregnancy, illness, and travel (Part 1)

For someone who has never fasted before, how do I go about it and how do I break the fast?