How to perform wudu
Washing, wiping and the learning sequence.
Hanafi overview · Sources checked: 8 November 2026
The sequence
- Begin with intention and basmalah; wash the hands and rinse the mouth and nose.
- Wash the face, then the right and left arms including elbows.
- Wipe the head and complete the wiping of the ears.
- Wash each foot including the ankles, leaving no dry area.
Points to understand
This learning sequence includes recommended acts; not every step has the same legal status. Required acts, order and wiping differ among schools. Consult the source for barriers to water and special circumstances.
Particular circumstances and practical tools
How to learn
First learn the sequence, then the names of the recitations. This page does not teach Arabic pronunciation. Compare the source with a teacher and ask about unfamiliar parts rather than filling in gaps yourself.