The Meaning of Order in Ablution
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Question:
He asks: What is the meaning of order in ablution?
Answer:
Order means performing the ablution as stated in the verse: starting with the face, then the mouth rinse and nose rinse, then washing the hands with the elbows, then wiping the entire head, front and back, with water, then washing the feet with the ankles. This is the order. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:Sahih Muslim 1218a In another narration, it says: "Start with what Allah started with." So whatever Allah mentioned first, you start with it in action. Yes.
He asks: What is the meaning of order in ablution?
Answer:
Order means performing the ablution as stated in the verse: starting with the face, then the mouth rinse and nose rinse, then washing the hands with the elbows, then wiping the entire head, front and back, with water, then washing the feet with the ankles. This is the order. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
I begin with what Allah (has commanded me) to begin
أبدأ بما بدأ الله به
Source
نور على الدرب - الفوزان - 02/237 — archive.org (7:38)
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