Is it permissible for the head covering that a woman wraps around her head during prayer to cover her forehead during prostration such that it does not touch the ground directly, and
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The questioner : Is it permissible for the head covering that a woman wraps around her head during prayer to cover her forehead during prostration such that it does not touch the ground directly, and if it is not permissible, what should be done when covering the face is necessary due to the presence of men?
The Shaykh : It is better for the forehead to directly touch the place of prostration. If there is a need to cover the face because men are near the woman, there is no blame on her, although she can uncover her face when she approaches the ground. However, this may be difficult, and she might forget. The conclusion is: if covering the forehead is for a need, there is nothing wrong with it. If it is not for a need, then no; she should let the khimar wrap around her face and keep the face uncovered.
The Shaykh : It is better for the forehead to directly touch the place of prostration. If there is a need to cover the face because men are near the woman, there is no blame on her, although she can uncover her face when she approaches the ground. However, this may be difficult, and she might forget. The conclusion is: if covering the forehead is for a need, there is nothing wrong with it. If it is not for a need, then no; she should let the khimar wrap around her face and keep the face uncovered.