When Do You Have to Perform Ghusl and How to Perform It?
You must perform Ghusl (full ritual bath) after major impurity, such as sexual relations, ejaculation, menstruation, or postnatal bleeding. It is also recommended for Friday prayer and before Hajj or Eid.
Here’s a clear guide on when it is obligatory and how to do it properly.
When is Ghusl Obligatory?
- After Janabah (Major Impurity): Following sexual intercourse or ejaculation.
- After Menstruation: When the menstrual period ends.
- After Postnatal Bleeding (Nifas): When bleeding after childbirth stops.
- After Emission of Semen: Whether awake or during sleep (wet dream).
- After Conversion to Islam: Recommended for new Muslims.
When is Ghusl Recommended?
- Before Jumu’ah (Friday) prayer
- Before Eid prayers
- Before entering Ihram for Hajj or Umrah
How to Perform Ghusl (Step by Step)
- Make Intention (Niyyah): Intend in your heart to purify yourself for the sake of Allah.
- Say Bismillah: Begin in the name of Allah.
- Wash Hands: Wash both hands up to the wrists three times.
- Clean Private Parts: Remove any impurity from the body.
- Perform Wudu: Do a full ablution like for Salah.
- Pour Water Over the Head: Three times, ensuring the roots of the hair are wet.
- Wash Entire Body: Start from the right side, then the left, ensuring no spot is dry.
Summary
Ghusl is required after major impurity, menstruation, or postnatal bleeding. Perform it by making intention, washing hands, cleaning private parts, doing wudu, then washing your entire body.