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Which is better for a fasting person in the quarter of an hour before the Fajr athan: Suhoor or night prayer?

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It is better to engage in the predawn meal (suhoor) due to time constraints and its great benefits. It is a blessing by following the Sunnah and differing from the People of the Book. It strengthens one for worship, increases activity, and repels ill-manners. Charity, remembrance of Allah (dhikr), and supplication (du'a) may occur during it, and the intention for fasting can be rectified. Additionally, Allah and His angels send blessings upon those who partake in the suhoor. While night vigil (qiyam al-layl) is a great act of worship, it can be compensated for by performing voluntary prayers during the day.

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