Is washing hands with soap a sunnah?

· 14 Safar 1440 AH1 min readEnglish
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Question

Is using soap whilst washing the hands considered to be a sunnat?

Answer

No. However, ensuring that all the grime or any dirt is washed out is in accordance to the sunnat.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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