Intention of Ayyamul Bidh Syawal Fasting, Along with the Implementation Time and Its Virtues

Kapanlagi.com - Ayyamul Bidh fasting is a fasting ritual that is performed for three days on specific dates, namely the 13th, 14th, and 15th. This fasting is a recommended act of worship that can be performed every month. The way to perform this fasting is basically similar to other fasting rituals, which starts with reciting the intention of Ayyamul Bidh fasting.

There are various forms of recommended acts of worship that Muslims can perform with extraordinary virtues. One of them is Ayyamul Bidh fasting, which can be performed for three days in a month.

Because on those days, they are known as the white days, which is another term for this fasting, namely white fasting. This fasting can be performed at any time, including in the month of Shawwal after Ramadan ends.

During the month of Shawwal, there are various privileges that Muslims can attain by performing recommended acts of worship, namely fasting. As for the recitation of the intention of Ayyamul Bidh Syawal fasting, along with the implementation time and its virtues, you can find it in the following review.

1. Meaning of Ayyamul Bidh Syawal Fasting

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Before discussing the intention for fasting Ayyamul Bidh Syawal, it is good to understand the meaning of Ayyamul Bidh Syawal fasting. As mentioned in the previous discussion, Ayyamul Bidh fasting is a sunnah fasting that is carried out for three days every month.

The reason for the implementation of this fasting is related to the story of Prophet Adam AS when he was descended to the earth. According to dream.co.id, it is explained that the occurrence of Ayyamul Bidh fasting is related to the event of Prophet Adam AS, where when he was descended to the earth, his body turned black due to being burned by the sunlight. Allah SWT then commanded Prophet Adam AS to fast for three days in the middle of the month to restore his body to its original color.

Prophet Adam AS observed fasting for three days, starting from the first day, one-third of his body became white, on the second day, part of his body became white, and on the third day, his whole body became white. This is what makes Ayyamul Bidh fasting also known as the white fasting because on that date, the moon emits a very bright light.

2. Intention of Fasting Ayyamul Bidh Syawal

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To observe the fasting of Ayyamul Bidh Syawal is basically the same as any other fasting, the only difference is the intention. The intention for fasting Ayyamul Bidh Syawal can be found in the explanation below. This will make it easier for you to observe the fasting of Ayyamul Bidh Syawal.

"Nawaitu shouma ayyami bidh sunnatal lillahi ta'ala."

Meaning: "I intend to fast Ayyamul Bidh as a sunnah for the sake of Allah Ta'ala."

3. Timing of Fasting Ayyamul Bidh Syawal

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There is a specific time for observing the fasting of Ayyamul Bidh. This fasting can be done every month for three days, which are the 13th, 14th, and 15th of the Hijri month. Although it can be done every month, fasting Ayyamul Bidh Syawal is given more priority compared to other months. This is in accordance with the hadith that says,

"O Abu Dzar, if you want to fast three days every month, then fast on the 13th, 14th, and 15th (of the Hijri month)." (Narrated by Tirmidhi and Nasai).

Similarly, in another narration, it is mentioned to observe fasting Ayyamul Bidh Syawal for three days every month.

In the narration of Abu Hurairah, it is mentioned, "My beloved (Prophet Muhammad) advised me with three things that I will not leave until I die, which are fasting three days every month, performing Duha prayer, and performing Witr prayer before sleeping." (Narrated by Bukhari).

4. The Virtues of Fasting Ayyamul Bidh in Shawwal

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There are various extraordinary virtues of fasting Ayyamul Bidh in Shawwal that can be achieved by Muslims who observe it. Because the month of Shawwal is one of the special and best months to perform obligatory or voluntary worship.

Regarding fasting Ayyamul Bidh in Shawwal, its virtues can be seen through the hadith of the Prophet which states,

"Indeed, it is sufficient for you to fast for three days in every month, for you will receive ten times the reward for every good deed that you do. Therefore, fasting Ayyamul Bidh is equivalent to fasting for a whole year." (HR Bukhari-Muslim)

The virtues of fasting Ayyamul Bidh in Shawwal mentioned above can certainly be a reference for you to increase your worship in the month of Shawwal. In addition, the month of Shawwal also has several other virtues, including:

- A good month for maintaining family ties.

- A good month for getting married.

- I'tikaf in the month of Shawwal.

So, that is an explanation of the reading of the intention for fasting Ayyamul Bidh in Shawwal along with the time of implementation, the cause of revelation, and the extraordinary virtues. Some of the above article reviews can be used as a reference for you if you want to perform the voluntary worship of fasting Ayyamul Bidh in Shawwal.

Sources: dream.co.id, merdeka.com, liputan6.com

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