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Oga, screw to the top and see the latest happening, if you guys want, go and use children and women as shields Israel no dey know the difference na just to clear ground for their own peace

madridguy:
Thank God Israel attack first. Iran will make version 2 of Boom Boom Boom.

I saw on a trend later after this one that you guys have started crying genocide....... ;Dwhy are you guys like this?...

Biodun1929:
Ehen! Did you read this post?
https://www.nairaland.com/8626685/several-us-bases-kuwait-uae

I saw in another trend where you guys have started shouting genocide, but why are you guys like this ?..

musazulyadain:
Iran have our prayers and support, God will give them victory

Exactly what I want Muslims to understand, fasting is not competition and it is personal as the reward is also just for you so they should stop throwing it in people's faces or making it look like everyone need to submit to them when they are fasting e.g..closure of public schools that has people of other faith in attendance, arresting people that doesn't want to participate etc

JIBO4REAL:
Muslim fasting is not a competition, if you think otherwise fast for a week without breaking that’s your problem and your household lol

Bross, this copy and paste you threw in my face here does not in anyway connect to my concern....but nice try though

AntiChristian:
A Christian supposedly taunted a Muslim and said:


Here is the response in full:

Thank you for your response. However, Fasting in Islam and Christianity are not the same. I will highlight the difference for you if you can read!

Summary
Fasting in Islam is a clearly defined, obligatory pillar of faith established by Prophet Muhammad and enshrined in the Qur'an, with a fixed month (Ramadan) and daily fasting hours. It serves multiple spiritual and social purposes, with strong communal participation and explicit rewards promised.

In contrast, Christian fasting is more varied, generally voluntary, and lacks a single universal fast mandated for all believers simultaneously. It is rooted in biblical tradition and the example of Jesus but is practiced differently across denominations, often focusing on penitence, spiritual preparation, and personal devotion rather than strict communal obligation.

Critical Contrast of Fasting in Islam and Christianity
1. Establishment and Scriptural Basis
Islam
Establishment by Prophet Muhammad:
Fasting in Islam was firmly established by Prophet Muhammad during his lifetime, particularly after the migration (Hijra) to Medina. The practice was institutionalized as one of the Five Pillars of Islam, making it a fundamental act of worship. The Prophet himself fasted regularly, especially during Ramadan and on other recommended days.

Fasting in the Qur'an:
The Qur'an explicitly commands fasting in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183-185), where fasting during the month of Ramadan is ordained for Muslims as a means of attaining "taqwa" (God-consciousness). The Qur'an specifies the month (Ramadan), the duration (dawn to sunset), and the exemption for certain groups (e.g., travelers, the sick).

Christianity
Establishment by Jesus and Early Christians:
Fasting in Christianity is less uniformly mandated. Jesus fasted for 40 days in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-2), setting an example of spiritual preparation and reliance on God. However, fasting is not codified as a universal, obligatory practice for all Christians at a specific time. Early Christian fasting practices varied widely, often linked to Lent or other penitential seasons.

Fasting in the Bible:
The Bible contains many references to fasting (Old and New Testaments), but no single, universal fast is mandated for all Christians. The New Testament encourages fasting as a spiritual discipline (e.g., Matthew 6:16-18), but it is generally voluntary and varies by denomination.

2. Month and Duration of Fasting
Islam
Month of Fasting:
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is the designated month for obligatory fasting.

Duration of Daily Fast:
From dawn (Fajr) until sunset (Maghrib), Muslims abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sexual relations.

Length of the Month:
Ramadan lasts 29 or 30 days, depending on the lunar sighting.

Christianity
Month or Season of Fasting:
Lent, a 40-day period (excluding Sundays) before Easter, is the primary fasting season in many Christian traditions. Other fasting days include Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.

Duration of Daily Fast:
Varies widely. Some Christians fast from all food for a day, others abstain from certain foods (e.g., meat), and some fast only part of the day.

Length of the Season:
Lent lasts approximately 40 days, symbolizing Jesus’ 40 days of fasting.

3. Purpose and Theological Significance of Fasting
Islam
Why Fast?

*To attain taqwa (God-consciousness and piety).
*To develop self-discipline and empathy for the poor and hungry.
*To purify the soul and seek forgiveness.
*To fulfill a divine commandment and strengthen community bonds.

Reward of Fasting:
The Qur'an and Hadith emphasize great spiritual reward. The Prophet Muhammad said fasting is for Allah alone, and its reward is immense, including forgiveness of sins and entrance to Paradise (Sahih Bukhari).

Christianity
Why Fast?

*To repent and seek forgiveness.
*To prepare spiritually for significant events (e.g., Easter).
*To practice self-denial and grow closer to God.
*To express mourning or petition God in times of need.

Reward of Fasting:
The New Testament emphasizes sincerity in fasting rather than public display (Matthew 6:16-18). Rewards are spiritual growth, humility, and deeper communion with God rather than explicit promises of forgiveness or paradise.

4. Frequency and Practice of Fasting by Prophets
Prophet Muhammad

Fasted regularly during Ramadan as obligatory.
Also fasted on other days (e.g., Mondays and Thursdays, the Day of Arafah).
His fasting practices were well documented and formed the basis for Islamic law.

Jesus Christ
Fasted once for 40 days in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-2).
No explicit record of Jesus instituting a regular fast for all followers.
Encouraged fasting but emphasized the spirit and humility behind it.

5. Communal and Individual Fasting Obligations
Islam
Are Muslims told to fast?
Yes, fasting during Ramadan is obligatory for all adult Muslims who are physically and mentally able. It is a communal pillar of faith, uniting Muslims worldwide in the same month.

Christianity
Are Christians told to fast all at the same time?
No universal mandate exists. Different denominations observe fasting differently. For example, Catholics and Orthodox Christians observe Lent, but the exact practices and strictness vary. Protestant traditions often emphasize voluntary fasting.

Also See attached screenshot!

Muslim fasting is for show...in Christianity, you are not suppose to let people even know you are fasting because you are fasting to God not man .. christians don't wake up to eat breakfast and lunch in one sitting then wait for dinner. Muslims ests even more during fasting than ordinary days...person go eat from 7 pm to 530 am, .then starts forming tiredness for people to see like say person send them message....

Rashduct4luv:
Question 27

Question: What is your opinion concerning people who sleep throughout the day in Ramadaan? Some of them pray in congregation while others do not. Is their fast valid?

Answer: The fast of these types of people is valid and they have fulfilled their responsibility. However, it is very deficient and in opposition to what Allaah’s objective is behind fasting.

Allaah says:
“O you who believe. Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you in order that you may gain Taqwaa (fear and dutifulness to Allaah).” [Surah Al-Baqarah: 183]

And the Prophet (sallAllaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said:
“Whoever does not abandon false speech, acting upon that (falsehood) and ignorance, then Allaah has no need of him abandoning his food and drink.”

It is well known that missing the prayer and not showing any concern for it is not from Taqwaa (dutifulness to Allaah) nor is it from abandoning acting on falsehood. So it contradicts what Allaah and His Messenger intended by the obligation of fasting.

It is strange that these people sleep the entire day and then spend the whole night awake. Perhaps they may even spend the night engaged in vain pastimes that have no benefit or in doing something unlawful by which they would be acquiring sin.

So my advice to these individuals and their likes is that they fear Allaah and ask Him to help them observe the fast in the manner that He is pleased with, which is spending the fast engrossed in dhikr (remembrance) of Allaah, recitation of the Qur’aan, praying and showing kindness to the creation as well as doing other things mandated in the Religion.

The Prophet (sallAllaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) was the most generous of people, and the most generous that he would be was in the month of Ramadaan when Jibreel would meet him and teach him the Qur’aan. So during this time, the Messenger of Allaah (sallAllaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) would be more generous in spreading good than a pleasant breeze. [2]

Footnotes:
[2] Reported by Al-Bukhaaree (no. 1902) and Muslim (no. 2308)

https://abdurrahman.org/2017/06/05/concerning-people-who-sleep-most-of-the-day-in-ramadaan/

IMEI:
Keep working hard for that israeli money

did he put words in the little boy's mouth?...Islam is deadly let's take it and live with it ...the religion is a very big problem to the whole world..

Out of 4000 religion on earth, Islam is the only one disturbing the whole world

Juventus kwa...?...as how naa...?
Then playing for man united or Real Madrid will be what?

Na you dey cover him traveling expenses?....

ChirstFireAltar:
He should stay in her s bill in Agulu. What's he looking for all over the place?

Ok.... I heard the guy is doing well ...

Ok ..no one was expecting you to say you did anyway but make obi just dey avoid state governors whose only qualification to the seat is their loyalty to Tinubu for peace to reign especially that Monday of a guy.......some illiterate are more dangerous than snakes ..

It is possible shaa because the way that Edo State illiterate governor dey ass-lick Tinubu ehn ....he can do anything to prove his loyalty to baba...

But this guy don really suffer ..but I wonder weda someone saw a vision for him that he will one day rule Nigeria if not him suppose don quite go rest ...

Lol...I am hundred percent sure that people who fights for politicians are less human...

Irony of life or how Nigerian politics works....?

Hmmmm ..I am sure the person has someone with influence in government because Nigerian government doesn't reward merit but would rather reward terrorist...

This Atike warning to Tinubu everytime so,.I think the federal government should just organize a boxing match for them so that anyone that is defeated will start respecting the oder,..to me I Know who shaa win the fight but I no go dare talk am make people no come use me service facial tribal mark

I saw a video of Ansari Dokubo walking for the first time and I was like...make I no talk before that op wey him head no too correct ban me....but shaa..I always believe that people with that body shape are likely to be somehow senseless..

If I don't see pictures of the kpai terrorist I won't believe...

Oga,..that is a christian country and I wonder why Muslims won't move to Islamic countries where they can practice their hostility in peace but choose to fluck christian countries and starts constituting nuisance everywhere when the day comes when they get tired of them and start chasing them that is when you start hearing trash like Islamaphobic

Flangelo12:
The Police was right to defend free speech.

I would however, caution people not to be swayed without knowing the full context.

People have been known to provoke others and hide under the blanket of religion or freedom of speech.


What would Jesus have done?

All political parties in Nigeria are the same abi no be still Nigeria politicians deg operate all of them?....

Kalashnikov49:
Everyone knows the political party that bribes people to vote for them.

If it was ADC, EFCC would have already announced it ..now they are quiet because the criminals are from the usual suspects that snatch , grab and run away with it.


Shameless people

He goes no where, we united and man city fans are solidly behind him

Treasure17:
Arteta should be gone by tomorrow morning.

don't loose faith bross...

Treasure17:
This season might just be the last season for me as an arsenal fan

Omo......,,............

We need them in Benue state and they should start work already instead of all this landing and landing...

Sheik Gunmi and Satan of Sokoto together with their boys don buy market

Nigeria too like to embarrass themselves, when they could have put in seriousness to qualify for the world cup, they were busy loosing and drawing with unknown countries

Even if the judgment favours them, they will go there and be scared of teams just as they did against Morocco....

I wonder if you guys are happy with the killings of innocent souls for Mohamed' and Allah....what kind of religion is that?...in the entire world, Islam is the only religion that supports killings of those who don't believe in their religion which makes it the worst religion on earth ever!!

Richtaiwo:
This scene will be unbearable for the economic migrants, who will soon rush in with their favourite fantasy statistics, millions kidnapped here, tens of millions there, because that’s the kind of tragedy they oddly celebrate.

Next, they’ll be dialing up Trump to report that Tinubu is “persecuting Christians.” Then the Agulu messiah will host yet another global press conference to lament that Tinubu is “depleting Nigeria’s fish,” instead of copying China’s sacred aquatic preservation model.