How should the sick person purify himself and pray?
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With Tayammum
With tayammun
One who finds water, but is sick, and is afraid that if he uses the water, for Ablution or bath, his sickness will be intensified, In this case, one may perform tayammum (تيمم) (Dry Ablution) with the surface of the earth.
Allah says in the Quran:
If you are sick………………… then make your ablution on clean ground and wipe a part of your face and your hands. Indeed Allah is all-excusing, all-forgiving.” (Al Nisa: 43)
What is Dry Ablution?
To wipe one’s face and hands with the intention of purification by using clean mud sand and stone.
Method of Dry Ablution:
1- Make the intention it is an obligation in dry Ablution.
2-Strike both hands on clean earth or dust.
3- Blow off extra dust.
4- Wipe the entire face once as in Ablution. Make Khilaal the beard.
5- Strike both hands on clean earth for the second time.
6- Blow off extra dust.
7- Wipe the right hand over the left hand including the elbows once.
8- Wipe the left hand over the right hand including the elbows once.
When sick, Muslims can still perform their daily prayers, but there are some adjustments and considerations to ensure they maintain their purification and perform their prayers correctly:
1.Purity: It’s important to ensure that you are in a state of ritual purity (wudu or ghusl) before performing the prayer. If you cannot perform wudu or ghusl due to your illness, you can perform tayammum, a dry purification using clean earth or sand.
2.Prayer Times: Observe the prayer times and try to pray within the prescribed time frame.
3.Physical Condition: If you are too ill to stand, you can pray while sitting. If sitting is also difficult, you can pray lying down on your side.
4.Qiblah: Face the Kaaba in Mecca (the qiblah) when performing your prayers. Use a compass or an online tool to determine the correct direction if you are unsure.
5.Shortened Prayers: If your illness prevents you from standing or sitting for an extended period, you can shorten your four-unit (rak’ah) prayers to two units. This applies to Dhuhr, Asr, and Isha prayers.
6..Combined Prayers: If you are unable to pray at the usual times due to your illness, you can combine Dhuhr and Asr prayers or Maghrib and Isha prayers within their respective time frames.
7.Supplication: Use the opportunity during your prayers to supplicate for your health and well-being. You can also ask for forgiveness and patience during times of illness.
8.Intent: Maintain your intention (niyyah) for prayer and worship throughout, focusing on your connection with Allah.
9.Cleanliness: Ensure that the place where you pray is clean and free from impurities.
10.Consultation: It’s advisable to consult with a knowledgeable Islamic scholar or your local imam if you have specific questions or concerns regarding your prayers while sick, as they can provide guidance tailored to your situation.
Remember that Allah is understanding and compassionate, and He knows your intentions and circumstances. Performing prayers to the best of your ability given your condition is what matters most.