What is the ruling on fasting only the Day of Arafah, if she is unable to fast the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah due to her long working hours?
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Fasting the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah is supererogatory, not obligatory. The proof of its supererogatory nature is that the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, never abandoned fasting these days. Therefore, there is no harm in fasting only the Day of Arafah.
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