Sayyiduna Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him) narrates from the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) that he (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "The one who eats food and gives thanks is like the fasting person who is patient." The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Allah Almighty says that every deed of the son of Adam is for him except fasting, for it is for Me and I alone will reward it. He leaves his food, drink, and desires for My sake."