The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) forbade fasting on two days, al-Fitr (breaking the fast of Ramadan) and al-Adha (the day of sacrifice), and wearing a tight single garment the raising of which discloses private parts, and sitting with one's legs drawn up and wrapped in one's garment, and forbade praying at two hours, after the Fajr prayer and after the Asr prayer.
Prohibition of Fasting on Eid Days
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) explicitly forbade fasting on Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. These are days of celebration, feasting, and gratitude to Allah. Fasting on Eid al-Fitr contradicts the completion of Ramadan's obligation, while fasting on Eid al-Adha contradicts the spirit of sacrifice and celebration commanded by Allah.
Prohibition of Revealing Private Parts
The Prophet (ﷺ) prohibited wearing tight single garments that may expose one's private parts when raising them. This emphasizes the Islamic principle of modesty (haya') and maintaining one's dignity. Scholars explain this applies to both men and women in preserving their modesty in clothing.
Prohibition of Improper Sitting Posture
The prohibition against sitting with legs drawn up while wrapped in a garment prevents potential exposure of private parts. This teaching reflects the comprehensive nature of Islamic etiquette, where even sitting postures are regulated to maintain modesty and prevent accidental indecency.
Prohibition of Prayer at Specific Times
The Prophet (ﷺ) forbade voluntary prayers after Fajr until sunrise and after Asr until sunset. These times are designated for the remembrance of Allah rather than formal prayers. Exceptions exist for missed obligatory prayers and certain specific prayers, demonstrating the wisdom behind these temporal restrictions.