what requirements must be met for al istijmar to be performed instead of al-istinja
To perform al istijmar instead of al-istinja, the following requirements must be met:
1. The person must be unable to use water for istinja due to a valid reason, such as illness, disability, lack of access to water, or any other valid excuse.
2. The person must ensure that there are no impurities or filth on the body or clothing before performing al istijmar.
3. The person must use a clean and permissible material, such as a stone or tissue, to perform al istijmar.
4. The person must ensure that the area where the istinja is performed is clean and free from impurities.
5. The person must ensure that the method of al istijmar is done correctly and efficiently to cleanse the private parts properly.
6. The person must intend to cleanse oneself in the Shariah-approved manner and adhere to the Islamic guidelines for cleanliness and purification.