The Description of the Prophet’s Fasts – Ibn Qayyim [French]

The Description of the Prophet’s Fasts by Ibn Qayyim is an essential extract from the famous Zâd al-Ma‘âd, in which the author clearly presents the authentic prophetic way regarding fasting. From the very beginning, he explains the wisdom, objectives and virtues of fasting, showing how this act of worship purifies the soul and strengthens closeness to Allah. This work provides a complete and reliable vision, faithful to the scriptural sources and structured according to Ibn al-Qayyim’s methodology.

• Foundations presented in The Description of the Prophet’s Fasts by Ibn Qayyim

In this valuable extract, the author reminds the reader that fasting aims above all to discipline the soul, calm the passions and free the heart from distractions that harm the relationship with Allah. He also presents the main rulings established by the Sunnah: the history of its legislation, its phases, the ruling on continuous fasting, concessions for the traveller, as well as the acts permitted or forbidden for the fasting person. Thanks to clear organisation, the book helps readers grasp the essential principles and spiritual benefits of this act of worship.

• Deepening the understanding of fasting through The Description of the Prophet’s Fasts by Ibn Qayyim

The work highlights how the Prophet ﷺ increased his acts of worship during Ramadan and presents the recommended voluntary fasts such as ‘Āshūrā’, ‘Arafah, Mondays and Thursdays, and the White Days. The author also explains practical situations: major impurity, forgetfulness, actions that break the fast, and more. Consequently, this extract offers a concise and accessible synthesis of the fiqh of fasting.

• A complementary extract to other works from Zâd al-Ma‘âd

This book fits within the broader set of studies extracted from Zâd al-Ma‘âd. It perfectly complements The Description of the Prophet’s Prayers , also authored by Ibn al-Qayyim. Likewise, readers wishing to understand the Prophet’s ﷺ complete methodology in all acts of worship may refer to the full French edition of Zâd al-Ma‘âd – The Pathway to Success .

With its clarity, precision and depth, this book is a reliable and accessible guide for anyone wishing to understand, practice and savour fasting according to the authentic prophetic path.