What is the ruling on fasting Thursday, the seventh of Muharram, if it was not preceded by fasting Monday?
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The days that scholars have disliked singling out for fasting are Friday and Saturday. Fasting the month of Muharram in general is recommended, based on the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "The best fasting after is Allah's month of Muharram." It is recommended to fast Thursday of every week, whether in Muharram or otherwise, even if one did not fast Monday before it, because deeds are presented on Thursday. There is no harm in fasting the seventh of Muharram.
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