Sehar o Iftar Timings for Ampu, Peru

Frequently Asked Questions - Sehar & Iftar

• What is Sehar (Suhoor) Time? Sehar time is the period before dawn when Muslims eat before starting their fast. This time ends at the start of Fajr (Subh Sadiq). It is Sunnah to delay the Sehar until the later part of the night, but it must be finished before the Fajr prayer time begins.
• What is Iftar Time? Iftar is the meal served at sunset to break the day's fast. The time for Iftar begins exactly at the start of Maghrib. It is recommended to break the fast immediately after the sunset call to prayer (Adhan) with dates or water.
• What is Imsak Time? Imsak is a "precautionary" time, usually 5 to 10 minutes before the Fajr Adhan. While the fast technically begins at Fajr, many people use the Imsak time as a signal to stop eating and drinking to ensure they do not accidentally continue eating after the fast has officially started.
• Can I eat until the Sun rises? No. The fast begins at dawn (Fajr), which is well before the sun actually rises. Once the time for Fajr begins, all eating and drinking must stop. The period between the start of Fajr and Sunrise is the time for the morning prayer, but the fast is already in effect.
• What happens if I eat after Fajr starts by mistake? The time to stop eating is strictly the beginning of Fajr. If one continues to eat or drink after the Fajr time has entered—even by a few minutes—the fast for that day is generally considered invalid and must be made up (Qadha) later.
• Is Iftar time the same as Maghrib? Yes, Iftar begins at the same time as Maghrib. As soon as the sun has completely set below the horizon, the fast is completed and Maghrib time begins. It is highly encouraged to break the fast promptly at this time.