Shia Helpline Q&A on Ramadan Rulings (4 Ramadan, February 22, 2026)

ssued by the office of Ayatollah Al-Uzma Sayyed Sadiq Hussaini Shirazi, answers to the following questions on Shia Helpline were given by Maulana Sayyed Saif Abbas Naqvi.Note: A helpline for women has been started where female scholars (Khatun Aalema) will answer women’s questions. Women should contact number 6386897124.
Shia Helpline followers of all Marjaeya can contact for religious matters from 10-12 AM on 9415580936 or 9839097407. Email: umms786@gmail.com.Question: Should a fasting person pray first or break the fast (Iftar) first? Which has more reward?Answer: Imam Muhammad Baqir (A.S.) said: Give priority to prayer over Iftar, but if sitting with a group that prefers Iftar first, break the fast with them.Question: What is best for a fasting person to break the fast with, in light of Hadith?Answer: The Messenger of Allah (S.A.W.) used to break his fast with dates and slightly warm water.Question: If a fasting woman applies makeup, does the cream’s fragrance make the fast makruh (disliked)?Answer: The fast does not become makruh.Question: Can Khums (from Mal-e-Imam A.S.) be used to pay for children’s books, fees, etc.?Answer: Khums can be spent on children’s education.Question: Can multiple people together perform qadha (make-up) prayers and fasts for a deceased person?Answer: Yes, they can; sequence (tartib) is not necessary.