Etiquette
of Istinja
- When going to the toilet, do not touch the private
parts with the right hand. (Muslim)
- Do not cleanse the private parts with the right
hand. (Muslim)
- After relieving oneself, use three stones or three
clods of clay. (Muslim)
- When using the toilet, do not face or sit with the
back towards the Qibla. (Bukhari)
- When intending to urinate, find a suitable place of
privacy. (Abu Dawood)
- Do not urinate in stagnant water (water that does
not flow). (Bukhari)
- Do not urinate in a bathroom, as many a time due to
this, evil temptations are aroused.(Tirmidhi)
- Do not stand and urinate. (Tirmidhi)
- Do not convers (with another person) whilst
relieving oneself. (Musnad Ahmad)
- Do not relieve oneself at riverbanks, roads and
shady places where people walk or rest. (Abu Dawood)
- Recite BISMILLAH before entering the toilet, as this
will serve as a veil between the jinn and the private parts of humans.
(Tirmidhi)
- Do not perform istinja with bones or dung.
(Tirmidhi)
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