Is it permissible for one person to fast on behalf of another person as expiation, either with or without permission?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Expiations

Book 60 · Issue 3 · Bab 1

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Primary text

It is not permissible for one person to substitute another in fasting, whether with or without permission, because fasting is a bodily act of worship where substitution is not allowed.