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بِسْمِ ٱللَّٰهِ ٱلرَّحْمَٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ Thursday, 11 June 2026 Al Khamees, 25 Dhū al-Ḥijjah 1447 AH
Hadith of the Day: الدِّينُ النَّصِيحَةُ "Religion is sincere advice." — Muslim
Prayers & Duties | Jun 10, 2026 | 1 min read

Using a tissue to wipe tears during prayer

Question

Is it permissible to use a risque when crying during the 5 compulsory prayers ?

Islamic Ruling & Answer

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If tears come during prayer, it is permissible to let them flow. If needed, it is also permissible to gently wipe them with a tissue or handkerchief, provided that this does not go against the proper manner of prayer and does not involve excessive movement (ʿamal kathīr).

Therefore, wiping away tears once or twice in a normal manner with a tissue does not invalidate the prayer. However, unnecessary or repeated movements should be avoided so that humility, concentration, and devotion in prayer are maintained.

Answered by

Mufti Tosif Qasmi

June 10, 2026

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