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JUG-2026-SC24TDF1WS

Ghusl and braided hair for men

Question

I know that for women it is not necessary to open their braids during ghusl if water can reach the roots of the hair — does the same ruling apply to men who have braided hair, or does a man have to open his braid when making ghusl?

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The same applies to men.

Answered byMufti SajidAuthorized Scholar

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