Distinguished in his eloquence, in battle, and in his recitation of the Qur’an, Abu Musa al-Ash’ari (r) (also known as Abdullah ibn Qais (r)) was a beloved Companion of the Prophet ﷺ from Yemen. On a ship out in the expansive sea, Abu Musa (r) heard the resounding voice of an angel in an unforgettable moment that elevated his worship and taught us about the virtues—and the beautiful reward—of fasting on a long, hot day.