Sleeping Law during Fasting Ramadan, Does it Bring Rewards?

Kapanlagi.com - Many people believe that sleeping during the day in Ramadan is a way to reduce hunger. However, behind this habit, there are religious understandings and surprising facts. Apparently, some people consider sleeping in the holy month of Ramadan not only as a rest. Some even believe that taking a nap during Ramadan will bring rewards for those who are fasting.

However, the view on the rewards of sleeping during Ramadan has been controversial. Many believe it is true, but many also doubt it. In fact, some consider sleeping during the day in Ramadan should be avoided and replaced with more beneficial and rewarding activities.

This article will discuss everything about sleeping during fasting in the month of Ramadan, from laws to interesting facts. To find out, let's directly see the following review:

1. Hadith about Sleeping During Fasting Brings Rewards

Hadith about Sleeping During Fasting Brings Rewards (credit: unsplash)

When discussing the rewards of sleeping during fasting, a popular hadith is often quoted that states, "The sleep of a fasting person is an act of worship." The hadith goes as follows:

"The sleep of a fasting person is an act of worship, their silence is a form of glorification, their good deeds are multiplied, their prayers are answered, and their sins are forgiven" (HR Baihaqi).

This hadith implies that during fasting, even a Muslim receives rewards for sleeping. However, it should be understood that this hadith is considered weak by Imam Baihaqi, as recorded in the book Syuabul Iman.

In addition, it is mentioned that this hadith only applies in certain conditions. Among them, the ruling of this hadith applies if the person's sleep does not disrupt the ongoing fasting. The hadith about taking a nap during fasting also does not apply if it becomes the main cause of forgetfulness that leads to neglecting obligatory acts of worship, such as prayer.

Furthermore, Imam Al-Ghaali also recommends not sleeping too much during the day while fasting. This recommendation is so that the fasting person can experience hunger and thirst, which are the essence of fasting.

Nevertheless, the majority of scholars still emphasize that sleep, no matter how long, does not invalidate the fast as long as the intention for fasting has been made since the night before. This shows that sleeping during fasting is not prohibited, but the motivation and moderation need to be cautious so as not to diminish the meaning of thefasting itself.

2. Benefits of Taking a Nap During Fasting

Benefits of Taking a Nap During Fasting (credit: unsplash)

Although the hadith about taking a nap is still a subject of debate, in reality, taking a nap during Ramadan fasting brings various benefits. In fact, the benefits of taking a nap during Ramadan fasting include health and religious or spiritual aspects. Here are some benefits of taking a nap during Ramadan fasting:

1. Improves Concentration in Worship

Taking a nap can help improve concentration and focus during performing worship such as prayer, reading the Qur'an, and remembrance of Allah. With a refreshed body, a person can be more optimal in worship.

2. Prevents Committing Sins

Taking a nap during fasting can prevent committing sins or things that can invalidate the fast.

3. Avoids Excessive Fatigue

Islam teaches balance in living life. By taking a nap, a person can avoid excessive fatigue that can hinder the performance of worship and ensure that fasting can be carried out optimally.

3. Tips for Taking a Nap During Ramadan Fasting

Tips for Taking a Nap During Ramadan Fasting (credit: unsplash)

In order to derive goodness from taking a nap during fasting, there are at least 2 tips that you can follow. Here are the tips for taking a nap during fasting to obtain its benefits:

1. Do not intend to sleep as an act of laziness, but rather as a preparation to perform worship.

2. Intend to take a nap during Ramadan fasting with the intention of avoiding things that are not beneficial and to ensure that the fasting worship is not mixed with sinful acts.

Those are briefly explained about the ruling of taking a nap during Ramadan fasting. May it be beneficial, answer curiosity, and increase faith as a Muslim. Amen.

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