What is the ruling on fasting Thursday, which coincides with the Day of Arafah in some countries, or fasting Friday, which precedes the Eid in America, or fasting both days together?
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For you, the Day of Arafah is the ninth day that precedes Eid. Its fasting is separate from standing at Arafah, as it is linked to time, not place. It is preferable to fast Thursday (the Day of Tarwiyah) and Friday.
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