Dream - In understanding and contemplating the essence of Islamic teachings, the month of Shawwal is not only a moment to celebrate the joy of Eid al-Fitr, but also an important moment for Muslims to strengthen their spiritual relationship with Allah SWT. One recommended practice is to observe the voluntary fasting for six days in the month of Shawwal. However, before performing this voluntary act of worship, it is obligatory for Muslims to make up for the missed fasting days of Ramadan first.

The month of Ramadan has indeed ended. Now, the Muslim community is entering the month of Shawwal. However, if you have outstanding fasting debts from Ramadan, there is no need to wait for the next Ramadan to repay them. In this month of Shawwal, you can already observe qadha fasting for Ramadan. Here is the prayer intention for qadha fasting in the month of Shawwal:

As Muslims, knowing the ruling of making up missed Ramadan fasts is important. Replacing missed Ramadan fasts is obligatory. If done, one will be rewarded, but if not done, it will be considered a sin. It is highly recommended to expedite the payment of missed Ramadan fasts. Therefore, making up missed Ramadan fasts in the month of Shawwal is highly encouraged.

Then who is required to make up for missed fasting in Ramadan? Those who are required to make up for missed fasting in Ramadan are those who are ill, traveling, and women who are menstruating. "So whoever among you is ill or on a journey [during them] - then an equal number of days [are to be made up]. And upon those who are able [to fast, but with hardship] - a ransom [as substitute] of feeding a poor person [each day]. And whoever volunteers excess - it is better for him. But to fast is best for you, if you only knew." (Quran, Al-Baqarah verse 184)