Short answer
Wudu is the ritual washing performed before salah. Make the intention, say Bismillah, then wash the hands, rinse the mouth, rinse the nose, wash the face, wash the arms to the elbows, wipe the head and ears, and wash the feet to the ankles.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Intention and Bismillah |
| 2 | Wash hands up to wrists (3 times) |
| 3 | Rinse mouth and nose (3 times) |
| 4 | Wash face (3 times) |
| 5 | Wash right then left arm to elbow (3 times) |
| 6 | Wipe head and ears (once) |
| 7 | Wash right then left foot to ankle (3 times) |
What breaks wudu?
- Using the toilet
- Passing wind
- Deep sleep
- Losing consciousness
Frequently asked questions
Are there differences between schools of thought?
Yes, some details differ between madhhabs. Our teachers explain wudu according to the family's preference.
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