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Performing Wudu Before Sleeping
Difficulty:Easy
3 minutes
sahih
The Sunnah
The Prophet ﷺ said: "When you go to your bed, perform ablution as you would for prayer, then lie down on your right side."
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari 247
The Science
Washing the face, hands and feet before bed is calming and hygienic, and the Prophet ﷺ taught that one who sleeps in a state of purity has an angel praying for his forgiveness through the night.
How to Practice
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Before getting into bed, make your intention to sleep upon wudu
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Perform a complete ablution as you would for prayer
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Avoid speaking unnecessarily afterwards and head to your bed
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Lie down clean and at peace, knowing you sleep in a state of purity
Muslims revived this Sunnah
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