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The meaning behind wiping the face after dua
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The meaning behind wiping the face after dua
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It is seen as a way of sealing the blessing of the supplication. Just as we raise our hands in humility to Allah, wiping over the face symbolizes returning with His mercy and barakah. Some scholars liken it to "receiving" what one asked for, then bringing it to oneself.
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