It is narrated from Sayyiduna Abu Dharr (may Allah be pleased with him) that he said: O Messenger of Allah! What is fasting? The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: It is a debt, which will be repaid.
Hadith Referenceالفتح الربانی / كتاب الصيام / 3675
Hadith Gradingمحدثین:صحیح
Hadith Takhrij«حسن لغيره ، (انظر مسند أحمد ترقيم الرسالة: 21365 ترقیم بيت الأفكار الدولية: 21692»
Brief Explanation
Benefits: … That is, this is a righteous deed and Allah Ta‘ala will grant its reward.