We share a hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ which clarifies the issue and makes things very clear. This Hadith is mentioned in Sahi al-Bukhārī (Book 30 - Fasting / كتاب الصوم / Chapter 26: If a person observing Saum ate or drank forgetfully / باب الصَّائِمِ إِذَا أَكَلَ أَوْ شَرِبَ نَاسِيًا) as Hadith 1993, given herein under:
Narrated by Abu Huraira:
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "If somebody eats or drinks forgetfully then he should complete his fast, for what he has eaten or drunk, has been given to him by Allah."
Arabic Text:
حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدَانُ، أَخْبَرَنَا يَزِيدُ بْنُ زُرَيْعٍ، حَدَّثَنَا هِشَامٌ، حَدَّثَنَا ابْنُ سِيرِينَ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ ـ رضى الله عنه ـ عَنِ النَّبِيِّ صلى الله عليه وسلم قَالَ " إِذَا نَسِيَ فَأَكَلَ وَشَرِبَ فَلْيُتِمَّ صَوْمَهُ، فَإِنَّمَا أَطْعَمَهُ اللَّهُ وَسَقَاهُ ".
Explanation:
- Unintentional Actions: The hadith clarifies that if a person eats or drinks by mistake or forgets that they are fasting, their fast is still valid, and they are not required to make up for that part of the fast later. This shows the mercy and understanding of Allah toward His servants.
- Allah’s Will: The phrase "for what he has eaten or drunk, has been given to him by Allah" highlights that the food or drink that was consumed during forgetfulness is not considered a violation of the fast, because it happened due to Allah’s will. In essence, it is as if Allah allowed this action to happen for the individual’s benefit, and thus, there is no sin attached to it.
- Completing the Fast: Despite the accidental consumption, the person should continue fasting for the rest of the day, as the fast is still valid. This encourages a person to stay committed to their fast even if something unintended happens.
- Mercy of Allah: The hadith demonstrates Allah’s mercy and kindness. If someone makes an honest mistake, He does not penalize them, and instead, they are to complete their fast with no further obligations. This is a reassurance for people that Allah understands human nature and doesn’t hold us accountable for actions that are beyond our control, such as forgetfulness.
In conclusion, this hadith teaches that forgetfulness does not break the fast, and the person should continue to observe the fast, knowing that Allah is merciful and understanding. It emphasizes the importance of intention in Islamic acts of worship, and that accidental actions without intent to break the fast are forgiven by Allah. This also applies to all acts that are otherwise restricted or not allowed while fasting. He should then seek forgiveness while repenting is forgetful act. Allah in all His mercy will forgive him. In sha Allah
May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door.
وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ
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Please refer to our reference page: Collection of Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ about Saum - Fasting in Ramadan for more Hadiths on the subject
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