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ing
ghusl
(bathing) regularly and
using water to cleanse after
relieving oneself (ie. performing
istinja’
).
It is also essential to avoid urinat-
ing while standing.
Wudu’
is performed before very
salah
.
This ensures that a Muslim
washes the exposed parts of his
body at least five times a day.
A Muslim is also expected to
brush his teeth regulary with a
Miswak
(toothstick) or a tooth-
brush.
Clothing must be washed regu-
larly too.
White clothes are preferred to
darker clothes as it is easier to
notice any dirt on them.
A Muslim is also expected to per-
fume and groom his body.
