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Wiping over socks (khuffayn) — basics
A beginner overview of wiping over footwear where it’s applicable, and when to ask a teacher for details.
Many scholars allow wiping over certain footwear instead of washing the feet in wudu, under conditions. The exact conditions differ across schools of thought and depend on the type of socks/footwear.
What you should learn from a teacher
- Which footwear counts in your madhhab (leather socks vs thick socks).
- How long wiping is valid (time limits differ by madhhab).
- What invalidates the wiping allowance.
Practical advice
If you’re new, keep it simple: wash your feet in wudu until you learn the wiping rules properly.
Sources & notes
- Hadith reports on wiping over khuffayn.Commonly discussed in purification chapters; consult a fiqh text/teacher for details.
Disclaimer: This page is educational and not a fatwa. Please consult a qualified scholar for personal rulings.