Wudu
وضوء
wuḍūʾ
☪️Islamic Terms
Ritual ablution performed before prayer.
Full Definition
Wudu is the ritual ablution or washing performed before prayer and other religious acts. It involves washing specific parts of the body in a prescribed manner: hands, face, arms, head, and feet. Wudu represents both physical cleanliness and spiritual purification, preparing the believer for communion with God.