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How to perform wudu, step by step
Learn the steps of Islamic ablution at your own pace: look closely at each action and remember the essentials before prayer.
How to perform wudu in Islam
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The intention (Niyyah)
It all begins in your heart before touching the water.
The intention is made in the heart, not with the tongue. Prepare to purify yourself for Allah, then simply say "Bismillah" before starting.
Understanding wudu
How do you perform wudu in Islam?
Minor ablution, known as wudu, prepares a Muslim for prayer. Men and women follow the same essential steps: make the intention, wash each part in order and ensure the water reaches every specified area.
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Discover the invocation to say after wudu
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Download the printable wudu sheet
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