Wudu & Purity
Is baby spit-up najis?
It depends: fresh milk and drool are pure, while changed vomit is najis for most scholars, but small baby spit-up is widely excused.
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Wudu & Purity
Wudu, ghusl, what breaks your wudu, and staying clean for prayer in everyday life. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.
Wudu & Purity
Is alcohol najis?
It depends: most classical scholars call wine najis, a minority say it is not. Wash spills off clothes before prayer to satisfy every view.
Wudu & Purity
Is alcohol-based hand sanitizer najis?
Many contemporary scholars say alcohol-based hand sanitizer is not najis, so you can use it and pray. The stricter view is to wash with water.
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How much of my head do I wipe in wudu?
Wiping the whole head once is best. The Hanafis require a quarter, the Shafi'is accept a part, and the Malikis and Hanbalis require all of it in wudu.
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How long does wudu last?
Wudu lasts until something breaks it. There is no time limit, so you can pray several prayers with one wudu. Here is what ends it.
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How do I wash my feet for wudu in a small sink?
You can wash your feet for wudu in a small sink with a cup or bottle, or wipe over socks if you meet the conditions. Here are practical tips for work.
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How do I rinse my mouth in wudu while fasting?
Rinse your mouth in wudu while fasting gently: use a little water, don't gargle or sniff deeply, and spit it all out so your fast stays safe.
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How do I pray if I leak urine?
You still pray if you leak urine. Clean up, use protection, make wudu once the time enters and pray, even if drops come out during prayer.
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How do I make wudu on an airplane?
Yes, you can make wudu on an airplane using the lavatory sink, or do tayammum if you cannot reach water. Here is a simple routine for flights.
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How do I make wudu if I use a wheelchair?
Yes, wheelchair users can make wudu in a way that suits their body, using a jug, an accessible sink, help from others or tayammum when needed.
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How do I do ghusl after my period ends?
Do ghusl after your period ends by making the intention and washing your whole body, including the roots of your hair. A normal shower counts.
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How do I deal with waswasa in wudu and ghusl?
Waswasa in wudu and ghusl is a test, not a sin. Seek refuge in Allah, wash once, stop repeating and get help if doubts take over your day.
