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RULES OF PURIFICATION AND PRAYERS

Wiping over the Khuff’

What is better?

Is w1pmg over the Khuff better than removing the Khuff (leather boots) or socks and washing the feet?

Imam Ahmed, may Allah have mercy on him, said: “It is better for the one who is wearing socks (after having worn them while in a state of Wudhu) to wipe over them for this is what the Prophet and his Companions  did. If one’s feet are uncovered he should wash them, and should not put socks on simply to avoid washing his feet. The Prophet (:1) would wash his feet if they were uncovered, and would wipe over the Khuff if he was wearing them.”

Imam Ibn al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy on him, said:

‘The Prophet would not overburden himself, rather he would wipe over his Khuff if he was wearing them and not remove them. If they were uncovered he would wash his feet, and not wear the khuff to wipe over them.’

Wiping Period

A resident (i.e. one who is not traveling) may wipe over his socks for a day and a night; whereas, a traveler may wipe over his socks for three days and three nights. The Prophet said: