Assignment: Book of Fasting

🕋 Bulugh al-Maram – Book of Fasting, Hadith 1

Student Assignment | Grade 7
Topic: Fasting Before Ramadan


📖 Part 1: Hadith Summary

Narrator: Abu Hurairah رضي الله عنه
Hadith Theme: The Prophet ﷺ said not to fast a day or two before Ramadan unless it’s a day you normally fast.

Instructions: Answer in complete sentences.

  1. Who narrated this Hadith?
  2. What did the Prophet ﷺ say about fasting before Ramadan?
  3. What exception did he mention for fasting on those days?
  4. Why do you think this guidance was given?

🧠 Part 2: Vocabulary Builder

Match the word with its meaning.

Word Meaning
Ramadan A. The month of fasting in Islam
Habitual B. Something done regularly
Voluntary Fast C. A fast that is not required
Muttafaqun ‘alayh D. Agreed upon by Bukhari & Muslim


💬 Part 3: Reflection

Instructions: Write 2–3 sentences.

  1. What does this Hadith teach us about preparing for Ramadan with balance?
  2. How can we follow the Sunnah when planning our fasting days?

🌱 Part 4: Faith in Action

Choose one activity:

  • Write a short reminder for your classmates explaining why we don’t fast right before Ramadan unless it’s a regular habit.
  • Create a mini poster with the words: “Follow the Sunnah: No fasting right before Ramadan (unless it’s your habit).”