Does fasting on the Day of Arafah compensate for fasting a vowed day?
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What you heard is correct. It will suffice for you to fast the Day of Arafah with the intention of fulfilling the vow. This will discharge your vow, and it is hoped that you will also receive the reward for fasting the Day of Arafah.
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