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The interior of Qaed Ibrahim Mosque showing a ritual ablution area with traditional Islamic architecture.

Wudu

Wudu is a special way to clean yourself that people in Islam use. It helps them feel ready for important holy actions, like praying. Wudu is a step-by-step cleaning that includes washing your hands, face, arms, and feet.

People do wudu before praying, called Salah, or reading the holy book, the Quran. It is important to follow the steps in order and not take long breaks between them.

When there is no water, or if water could hurt someone's skin, there is another way called tayammum. This uses clean sand or dust instead of water. Wudu is a way to stay clean and feel ready for special moments.

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A clean ablution area inside the Badshahi Mosque, showing facilities used for ritual washing in Islam.
An ancient water system in Yemen, showcasing traditional architecture and water management.
A water tap used for ritual ablution at a mosque in Macau, China.
Arabic calligraphy representing Islamic jurisprudence, a branch of study in Islamic traditions.

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