After Wet Dreams According to Islam: What Can Be Done and What Can Not Be Done?
Introduction
After Wet Dreams According to Islam: What Can Be Done and What Cannot Be Done? ~ Hi readers! In several previous articles, I have explained the process of bathing after a wet dream. In this article, I will elaborate on various aspects of wet dreams, such as their significance in Islam, types of wet dreams, guidelines for bathing after wet dreams, and more.
I assume you have already read the earlier article. It is clear that if someone experiences a wet dream and emits sperm, they are considered to have had a major impurity (Janabah). This condition can only be purified by taking a Janabah bath. There are certain things that a Muslim should and should not do after such an event. This article will clarify those points, so read on till the end.
What Can Be Done After a Wet Dream?
According to Islamic law, there are four actions a Muslim can take after a wet dream, even if they have not yet performed the Janabah bath:
Praying to Allah After Wet Dreams
The first thing a Muslim can do after having a wet dream, even if they have not bathed in Janabah, is to pray to Allah. This prayer could be a daily prayer asking Allah for health, safety, or blessings.
It is permissible to pray in both a state of ritual purity and impurity. Therefore, a Muslim may pray to Allah after a wet dream, even if they have not yet performed the Janabah bath.
Reciting Dhikr After Wet Dreams
The second action a Muslim can perform after a wet dream is reciting Dhikr (remembrance of Allah). Daily Dhikr such as "Bismillahirrahmanirrahim," "Subhanallah," and "Astaghfirullah" can be recited.
Dhikr can be performed in both a pure and impure state. So, after a wet dream, a Muslim can still engage in Dhikr, even without performing the Janabah bath.
Reciting Salawat After Wet Dreams
The third thing a Muslim can do after experiencing a wet dream is to recite Salawat (blessings on Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him).
Just like Dhikr, reciting Salawat can be done while in a state of impurity. Therefore, a Muslim can recite Salawat after a wet dream, even without performing the Janabah bath.
Reading the Quran Without Touching It After Wet Dreams
The fourth action a Muslim can take is reading the Quran without physically touching it. This means a Muslim can recite from memory or read the Quran from a screen or printed copy, without touching the actual text.
While there are differing opinions among Islamic scholars regarding the permissibility of touching the Quran in a state of impurity, the majority hold that it should not be done. However, reciting the Quran (without touching it) is permissible after a wet dream, as long as the person has not performed the Janabah bath.
What Should Not Be Done After a Wet Dream?
Islamic law also outlines three actions that a Muslim should avoid after a wet dream, if they have not performed the Janabah bath:
Praying After Wet Dreams
A Muslim should not perform any prayer (whether obligatory or voluntary) after a wet dream if they have not bathed in Janabah. This includes the five daily prayers (Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha) and recommended prayers (Taraweeh, Qabliyah, Ba'diyah, Tahajud, etc.).
Prayer can only be performed in a state of purity. If a Muslim is in a state of impurity due to a wet dream, they must purify themselves before performing any prayer.
Holding the Quran After Wet Dreams
A Muslim should not touch the Quran after a wet dream unless they have performed the Janabah bath. This is because the Quran must be handled only in a state of purity.
Performing Tawaf After Wet Dreams
Tawaf, a critical ritual of Hajj, should not be performed after a wet dream unless the person has purified themselves with a Janabah bath. Tawaf, like prayer, must be done in a state of ritual purity.
Note: If you are a Muslim who has had a wet dream and has not yet bathed, you should refrain from performing Tawaf until you have purified yourself.
Conclusion
In summary, this article outlines the things you can and cannot do after a wet dream according to Islamic teachings. I hope this clears up any doubts. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
May this article be beneficial to you. Amen!
See you again in the next article!
One of the things I really appreciate is how you've explained the things that can be done even before performing the Janabah bath, like praying to Allah, reciting Dhikr, and sending Salawat on the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This is comforting because I thought I might not be able to do anything until I perform the full bath, but now I understand that there are still many things I can do to keep up with my worship.
The explanation of how reciting the Quran from memory or a screen is allowed, even without physically touching the text, was something I didn't know before. I always thought I couldn't read or engage with the Quran at all until I was purified, but now I know I can still recite from my memory or use other means like a screen. This really makes it easier for me to continue my connection with the Quran, even if I'm in a state of impurity.
On the other hand, your explanation of what should not be done, like praying or touching the Quran, really helped me understand the importance of maintaining purity in these actions. I didn't realize the importance of performing the Janabah bath before engaging in these acts, but now it makes perfect sense.
I'm truly grateful for how you've made all of this information easy to understand and accessible. It gives me a sense of comfort knowing that I'm learning the correct steps to maintain both spiritual purity and good practices in Islam. I also appreciate that you included a clear conclusion, which helped reinforce the key points.
Once again, thank you for writing such an informative article. It's exactly what I needed, and I'm looking forward to reading more of your articles in the future. May Allah bless you for sharing this knowledge. Ameen!