Shiekh Ilyas has stated that the act of fasting was full of spiritual and health benefits for those observing the fast.
Speaking to the evening prayer congregation in Thaiba mosque, Sheikh Ilyas stated that fasting was the highest tenet of Islam. He cited that the rewards for observing all the other tenets of Islam but we can see how important fasting is as the benefits are not listed.
“All rewards of the fast go to the person observing the fast,” he said. Sheikh Ilyas reminded all that 13 days of Ramadan had already passed and that we have to reflect on our prayers and good deeds. He also reminded us to read Quran and observe the fast in accordance to the religion. He added that Prophet Mohamed had instructed us to renew our faith in Ramadan and seek redemption in this month. He also added that God had opened all avenues to seek His mercy and called on all to seek that.
Sheikh Imran also stressed on the importance of observing proper fastsand said that Prophet Mohamed had placed strict emphasis on that.
Benefits of fasting is for the person only: Sheikh Ilyas
