Can I Wipe over These Socks Found Online?


Hanafi Fiqh

Answered by Ustadh Tabraze Azam

Question: As salamu ‘alaykum,

I have found this product online, and wanted to ask if it really qualifies as a khuff to be worn inside the normal shoes? You can see it for yourself by clicking the link below.

Wudhu / Mozah (Muslim prayer) Socks

Answer: Wa alaikum assalam wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh,

I pray that you are in the best of health and faith, insha’Allah.

It is permitted to wipe over thick socks which fulfil the meaning of valid footgear (khuffs).

Please also see: Wiping over Knitted Socks During Ablution (Wudu)

And Allah alone gives success.

wassalam,

Tabraze Azam

Checked & Approved by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani