Should I fast if I know I'll be home tomorrow?

John Starling
May 18, 2018
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Q: If I am traveling and know that I will return home tomorrow, should I fast or can I break my fast as a traveler?

A: Yes, If you know that you will reach your desitnation in the daylight hours of Ramadan tomorrow you must fast that day and are required to make the correct intention the night before.

Source: Sharh al-Muntaha

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