The Ruling on Wiping Over Socks That Fall Below the Ankles
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Question:
If the sock or shoe that we wipe over during wudu' (ablution) reaches below the ankles, is it permissible to wipe over it?
Answer:
It is not permissible to wipe over it because it does not cover the leg. The ankle is part of what must be washed with the leg; it is obligatory to wash the ankles along with the legs. If the garment worn falls below the ankles, it is not permissible to wipe over it, because part of the leg is exposed, and what is exposed must be washed, and wiping is not sufficient. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
If the sock or shoe that we wipe over during wudu' (ablution) reaches below the ankles, is it permissible to wipe over it?
Answer:
It is not permissible to wipe over it because it does not cover the leg. The ankle is part of what must be washed with the leg; it is obligatory to wash the ankles along with the legs. If the garment worn falls below the ankles, it is not permissible to wipe over it, because part of the leg is exposed, and what is exposed must be washed, and wiping is not sufficient. Yes.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you,
Source
نور على الدرب - الفوزان - 03/028 — archive.org (3:44)
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