Unit: Taharah & Wudu · Lesson 16 of 50 · study cards + quiz
A mercy from Allah
When water is unavailable, or using it would harm the sick, Islam allows tayammum: purification with clean earth (5:6). The deen never burdens a soul beyond its capacity.
How it is done
Intend purification, say Bismillah, strike the clean earth (or dust on a surface) lightly with both palms, wipe the face, then wipe the hands — right over left. That is all.
Its limits
Tayammum replaces both Wudu and Ghusl while the excuse lasts. As soon as water becomes available and usable, it must be used for future prayers.
📝 Test yourself
When is tayammum allowed? Whenever it is cold · When water is unavailable or harmful to use · Every Friday · When travelling by plane only
What is used for tayammum? Perfume · Clean earth or dust · Leaves · Sand mixed with water
Which body parts are wiped in tayammum? The face and the hands · The feet only · The whole body · The head and feet