Time of Sunnah I’tikaaf
Question
When is Sunnah I’tikaaf performed?
Answer
Sunnah I’tikaaf is performed during the last ten days of Ramadhaan. The Sunnah I’tikaaf commences at the time of Maghrib of the 20th of Ramadhaan (i.e. 21st night) and continues until the moon of Eidul Fitr is sighted.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Zakaria Makada
- Checked & approved by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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