In Islam, ablution, or wuḍūʾ, is done for purification prior to the Muslims’ observance of the obligatory five daily prayers. The wuḍūʾ ritual is typically performed with water and involves nine steps, including washing the hands, feet, and face. Muslim ritual purification can be done with sand in the absence of water. The ritual concludes with a profession of faith in God and Muhammad’s prophethood.
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