Understanding the Rulings on Spitting Towards the Qibla: Ablution Guidelines

Is It Permissible to Face the Qibla While Performing Ablution?

In a hadith, it is prohibited to spit towards the Qibla (the direction of prayer). However, if there is a washroom in a mosque facing the Qibla, what is the ruling?

Answer: Indeed, spitting towards the Qibla is prohibited, but performing ablution (wudu) in the direction of the Qibla is not forbidden. The act of ablution does not involve spitting; it consists of washing and cleaning oneself. There is no issue in performing these actions facing the Qibla. If someone needs to spit while performing ablution, they can do so to their right or left.

Answers by: Sheikh Maqbool Ahmad Salafi, Jeddah Dawah Center, Saudi Arabia

Author: IslamicHelper

IslamicHelper

Recent Articles

The Role of Muslim Women in Reforming Society

Discover how Muslim women’s faith and obedience can transform society. Learn key Islamic teachings from the Quran and Hadith Read More

4 days ago

Unveiling the Truth: Hind bint Utbah and Hamza’s Martyrdom

Explore the authentic Sahih al-Bukhari narration refuting claims that Hind bint Utbah ordered Hamza's death Read More

4 days ago

Fajr Prayer: Key to Success in This Life and Hereafter

Explore the profound significance of Fajr prayer in Islam, its immense rewards, and why it's a crucial test of faith Read More

4 days ago

The Forgotten Third: Companions Who Abstained from Fitnah

Explore the often-overlooked third group of Companions who chose to abstain from internal fighting during a tumultuous period in Islamic… Read More

4 days ago

Ibn Hajar on Love and Hatred in Islam

Learn about love, hatred, and hypocrisy in Islam through hadiths and Ibn Hajar's insights Read More

4 days ago

Ruling on Calling a Wife ‘Sister’ in Islam

A husband called his wife 'sister.' Does this break the marriage? This article explains the Islamic concept of Zihar, its… Read More

2 weeks ago