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What is the main purpose of purification in the spiritual sense?
What is the main purpose of purification in the spiritual sense?
- To prepare for prayer
- To cleanse the body of physical impurities
- To ensure proper hygiene before eating
- To purify the heart from the filth of sins (correct)
Which of the following is a type of purification from acts that nullify one's state of purity?
Which of the following is a type of purification from acts that nullify one's state of purity?
- Moistening
- Sprinkling
- Washing
- Ablution (correct)
What constitutes water that is purifying?
What constitutes water that is purifying?
- Water that evaporates quickly due to heat
- Water that has changed in color but remains pure
- Water that is contaminated but can still be used
- Water that retains its natural characteristics (correct)
What is tayammum considered to be?
What is tayammum considered to be?
Which type of water is considered impure?
Which type of water is considered impure?
Which of the following does NOT describe pure water?
Which of the following does NOT describe pure water?
What is the first category of external acts of purification?
What is the first category of external acts of purification?
How can impure water be purified?
How can impure water be purified?
What should a Muslim do if they are uncertain whether water is pure or impure?
What should a Muslim do if they are uncertain whether water is pure or impure?
When a person is unsure about the purity of garments, what action should they take?
When a person is unsure about the purity of garments, what action should they take?
What is the general ruling concerning containers made from gold or silver?
What is the general ruling concerning containers made from gold or silver?
What is true regarding utensils of non-Muslims?
What is true regarding utensils of non-Muslims?
What is considered impure from a live animal?
What is considered impure from a live animal?
Which of the following is permissible regardless of its material?
Which of the following is permissible regardless of its material?
What is the recommended practice regarding containers and drinking utensils?
What is the recommended practice regarding containers and drinking utensils?
What should NOT be considered until certain evidence is provided?
What should NOT be considered until certain evidence is provided?
Which of the following types of utensils is directly prohibited in use?
Which of the following types of utensils is directly prohibited in use?
What is a characteristic of objects made of bone in the context of purity?
What is a characteristic of objects made of bone in the context of purity?
Flashcards
Spiritual Purification
Spiritual Purification
The process of cleansing the heart from the defilement of sins.
Physical Purification
Physical Purification
The application of Islamic law related to rituals of purity, particularly those required for prayer.
Ghusl
Ghusl
Complete washing of the body required for specific situations, like after menstruation or sexual intercourse.
Wudhu
Wudhu
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Tayammum
Tayammum
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Purifying Water
Purifying Water
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Pure Water (Non-Purifying)
Pure Water (Non-Purifying)
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Impure Water
Impure Water
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Al-aaniyah
Al-aaniyah
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Forbidden Utensils
Forbidden Utensils
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Basic Ruling of Purity
Basic Ruling of Purity
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Doubtful Water?
Doubtful Water?
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Permissible Utensils
Permissible Utensils
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Non-Muslim Utensils
Non-Muslim Utensils
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Non-Muslim Clothing
Non-Muslim Clothing
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Animal Products
Animal Products
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Tanning
Tanning
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Covering Utensils
Covering Utensils
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Study Notes
Purification in Islam
- Spiritual Purification: Purifying the heart from sin.
- Physical Purification: Related to the science of Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), focusing on external aspects of prayer.
- Types of External Purification:
- After acts that nullify purity (e.g., sexual intercourse):
- Major Act: Complete washing of the body (ghusl).
- Minor Act: Ablution (wudu).
- Substitute: Tayammum (a substitute for water).
- From impure substances:
- Methods: Washing, wiping, moistening/sprinkling.
- After acts that nullify purity (e.g., sexual intercourse):
Water and Purification
- Purifying Water: Retains natural characteristics (color, taste, smell); used to remove existing impurities or impurity states, and for general cleansing. (Example: Rainwater).
- Pure Water (not for purification): Water with altered color, taste, or smell due to non-impure substances; still usable for other purposes.
- Impure Water: Water with altered color, taste, or smell due to impure substances.
- Purification Methods:
- Natural change in characteristics
- Cleaning the water
- Adding enough pure water to remove the alteration
- Purification Methods:
- General Rule: Assume purity until proven impure.
- Doubt: If unsure about water purity, use tayammum.
Containers and Utensils
- Definition: Al-aaniyah refers to containers and utensils used for food/drinks.
- Usable Materials: Most containers/utensils are permissible, except those made from gold, silver, or plated with either.
- Forbidden Use: Forbidden containers are also forbidden to own.
- Commentary from the Prophet: Gold and silver containers/utensils are for non-believers in this world and believers in the Hereafter.
- Non-Muslim Utensils: Generally permissible to use, assuming no impurity.
- Non-Muslim Clothing: Generally considered pure, unless known to be impure.
- Animal Products:
- Flesh/bones from a live animal are considered impure (like carrion).
- Wool, feathers, hair, fur from a live animal are considered pure.
- Tanning purifies dead animal skin (from approved animal types).
- Recommended Practices: Covering containers and water skins.
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