The Ruling on Wiping Over Socks

The questioner : We have a light question left, and please do not mind if we have taken up your time, our Shaykh.

The Shaykh : No problem, please go ahead.

The questioner : Regarding wiping over the socks, we know that it is a recommended practice (sunnah). But suppose a man is wearing two pairs of socks, one over the other. If we wipe over the first one and then remove that first sock while in a state of ritual purity, can we wipe over the second one to complete the wiping over the second?

The Shaykh : Within the period of twenty-four hours, it is permissible to wipe.

The questioner : Over the other sock.

The Shaykh : The second one, yes.

The questioner : Yes, may Allah do you good, if Allah wills.

The Shaykh : May Allah do you good.

The questioner : May Allah reward you with good.

The Shaykh : And you as well, may Allah will it.

The questioner : Peace be upon you, and Allah’s mercy and blessings.

The Shaykh : And upon you be peace, and the mercy of Allah and His blessings.