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What is the ruling for one who unintentionally gulped a mouthful of water while swimming in a river, while fasting?

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If water enters one's throat unintentionally, whether during rinsing the mouth or swimming, then the fast remains valid. However, swimming is disliked for a fasting person unless there is a need for cooling down or for a permissible ritual bath.

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