Shia Helpline Q&A Issued by Office of Ayatollah Al-Uzma Sayyid Sadiq Hussaini Shirazi on 3rd Ramzan (Feb 21, 2026)

Answers to Questions by Maulana Sayyid Saif Abbas NaqviNote: A dedicated helpline for women has been launched, where female scholars (Khatun Aalema) will answer queries. Women, please contact: 6386897124.Shia Helpline for religious queries from followers of all Marjaeya: Contact 9415580936 / 9839097407 between 10 AM – 12 PM, or email: ummas786@gmail.com.Q: If a person fears harm from fasting, is it permissible for them to fast?
A: If the harm is unbearable in normal circumstances, fasting is invalid. If it could lead to death or similar, fasting is haram.Q: If a fasting person visits a doctor for dental treatment, what is the ruling?
A: The fast remains valid as long as they do not intentionally swallow blood, medicine, or water.Q: If someone eats suhoor and sleeps without praying Fajr, does their fast break or become makruh?
A: The fast neither breaks nor becomes makruh; however, they are sinful for missing Fajr and must perform qada (make-up prayer).Q: What is the ruling if someone buys property without paying khums?
A: Khums is obligatory and must be paid. If bought for business purposes, khums is due upon sale.Q: Can masah (wudu wiping) be performed if oil is on the head?