The Islamic faith has particular rules regarding personal hygiene when going to the toilet. This code is known as Qadaa' al-Haajah.^[1][2]

Issues of chirality, such as whether one uses the left or right hand and foot to step into or out of toilet areas, are derived from hadith sources.^[3] The only issue which the Qur'an mentions is the one of washing one's hands especially following going to the toilet which is mentioned in verse 5:6.

Rules[link]

A Muslim must first find an acceptable place away from standing water, or people's pathways or shade.^[4] They are advised that it is better to enter the area with the left foot,^[5] facing away from the Qiblah.^[1]

While on the toilet, one must remain silent. Talking, answering greetings or greeting others is strongly discouraged.^[1] When defecating together, two men cannot converse, nor look at each other's genitals, and especially not handle each other's genitals.^[6] A man should not touch his genitals with the right hand.^{[7][8][9][10][11][12][13]}

The Islamic prophet Muhammad specified that one should use an odd number of stones (preferably three) to cleanse the anal orifice after defecation and then proceed to a different location to wash it with water. Use of toilet paper in place of stones is now acceptable, but washing with water is still needed for ritual purity.^[14] When leaving the toilet, one is advised to leave with the right foot,^[5] and also say a prayer – "Praise be to Allah who relieved me of the filth and gave me relief."^[1] This is similar in concept to Asher yatzar, the prayers said by orthodox Jews when leaving the toilet in which they thank God for the openings used to defecate/urinate^[15], and exact ways of proceeding and accompanying prayers are also specified in traditional Zoroastrianism.^[16] It is also reported in the Hadith of Bukhari that whenever Muhammad went to the toilet, he said "In the name of Allah, O Allah! I seek refuge with You from all offensive and wicked things" (alternate translation: "from evil deeds and evil spirits").^[17]

See also[link]

• Muslim shower

Notes[link]

This article's citation style may be unclear. The references used may be made clearer with a different or consistent style of citation, footnoting, or external linking. (September 2009)

External links[link]

• Islamic toilet etiquette in the hadith and fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence)

Baba Ali (Persian: بابا علی‎; born Ali Ardekani in 1975) is the co-founder (along with Mahdi Ahmad) of UmmahFilms, a Muslim film company that has produced a web series including the "Reminder" series and "Ask Baba Ali" series. Though of Muslim heritage, he was originally irreligious and accepted Islam after studying many religions, including wicca.

A worker in the IT field by profession in California, Ardekani quickly rose to prominence within the online Muslim community with Ummah films that claim Islam is the best religion in the West and discuss various Islamic topics. Using humor, Baba Ali's work has found its way to television on the Islam Channel (Broadcast in the UK) and he has become a frequent guest at various Muslim conferences and events (Including the ICNA-MAS convention and Evening of Inspiration) and the Global Peace and Unity Event.^[1] His efforts have been featured in The New York Times and USA Today. Baba Ali recently launched his latest project, Half Our Deen, to help Muslims get married. Currently writing the screenplay for a full length film. His films have grown widely popular on Youtube, gaining over 10 million views.^[2]

Ali has also designed two board games, Mecca to Medina (a game about trading and negotiating, invented by Ali as an Islamic-themed game that can be played by all religions) and Kalimaat.

Conversion[link]

Baba Ali converted to Islam when he was 20 years old after attending an Islamic event. He belonged to a wealthy family in Iran who didn't accept it when he converted and subsequently disinherited him. His studio is the second bedroom of the apartment he shares with his wife and two small children.

Videography[link]

Ask Baba Ali Series[link]

• My Brother Has a Girlfriend
• Worrying & Ageing Sister
• Little Backbiter
• Randomly Checked
• Racism & Pride
• Escaping the Holiday Party
• We're Just Friends with benefits
• The Art of Complaining

The Reminder Videos[link]

References[link]

1. ^ Global Peace & Unity Event - Performers
2. ^ YouTube - ummahfilms's Channel

• NyTimes
• Video Blog
• Home Page

See also[link]

• Islamic humour

External links[link]

• Ummah Films Youtube Channel
• Muslim Comedian Baba Ali Standup
• Ummah Films Official Website
• Kalimaat Official Website
• Muslim Marriage - Half Our Deen Website