Things that break wudu (agreed)
| What | Example |
|---|---|
| Using the toilet | Urine or stool |
| Passing wind | Even quietly |
| Deep sleep | Lying down and falling asleep |
| Losing consciousness | Fainting |
The Prophet ﷺ said Allah does not accept the prayer of someone who has broken their wudu until they make wudu again (Sahih al-Bukhari 135).
Things that do NOT break wudu
- Eating or drinking (most foods).
- Crying, laughing, talking.
- A short doze while sitting upright, according to many scholars.
- Cutting nails or hair.
Differences between scholars
Bleeding, vomiting, touching private parts and eating camel meat are discussed differently by the schools of thought. Follow what your family and local scholar follow.
Teacher’s tip: If your child is unsure whether their wudu broke, the rule is: certainty is not removed by doubt. If they were sure they had wudu, they still have it.
Related: teaching wudu step by step.
