Thursday, July 30, 2015

Fasting 2

This is the second part of  the topic of Fasting.
There are still many things we can talk about it.
So, let's start now...
image fasting Ramadhan


Offices, schools, and business centres begin their activities a bit later during fasting month. It is because they respect who are fasting.

Do you agree?

Some people reduce their regular activities when fasting, while others are able to do their regular activities.

Is it true?

Why?

Morning prayers (Shubuh) and evening prayers (Tarawih) are conducted regularly at all mosques.

Who normally attends these prayers?

What purposes do they have?

Breaking the fast is another interesting moment for Moslems. At schools, campuses, offices, etc, there is always fast breaking together. Everybody is invited to join this. It is also a good moment for them to talk together, to share, and to know each other better.

When do they usually do fast breaking together?

Can you mention other purposes of  fast breaking together?

Fasting regularly is believed to make our body healthier.

Is it true?

How?

If somebody has a stomach problem or is sick, it is better not to fast.

Do you agree with this?

Who else do you think is not allowed to fast?

Why aren't they allowed?

Some people may gain weight and some other people may spend more money on food during the fasting month.

Do you agree with this?

Can you give examples from your  or your family's experience?

Many people do not fast because of  different beliefs or other reasons.

How can these people respect those who fast?

Do you agree that political and social situation (gambling, violence, demonstration, anger, etc) seem to become smaller in quantity/reduced during the fasting month?

Explain your opinion.

Which businesses are not allowed to run during the fasting month?

Why?

Are they legal businesses?

If they are not legal, they should not be allowed at any time.

What do you think?

Do you have any further information about fasting? 

Please explain...



[Reference: Leo, Sutanto (2006) English for leisure Time Speaking, Jakarta Gramedia Pustaka Utama]

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