what requirements must be met for al istijmar time be performed instead of al istinja
In Islamic practice, al istijmar (using a solid object to clean oneself after using the bathroom) can only be performed if certain conditions are met. These include:
1. The absence of water: Al istijmar can only be performed when water is not readily available or accessible. If water is available, it is preferred to use it for cleaning oneself (al istinja).
2. Cleanliness of the object: The object used for al istijmar must be clean and free from impurities.
3. Proper technique: The person performing al istijmar must use the object to effectively clean themselves after using the bathroom.
4. Intention: Like all acts of worship in Islam, the person must have the intention to perform al istijmar for cleanliness purposes.
It is important to note that al istijmar is considered a secondary method of cleanliness and should only be used when water is not available. The preferred method in Islam is al istinja, which involves using water to cleanse oneself after using the bathroom.