How exactly should one respond to a yawn or an itch while in Salaat?Also, if my cap (?topi?) is about to fall off during Salaat, can I press it back on my head?

29 Nov 2001 · 14 Ramadan 1422 AH1 min readFatwa 4210English

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How exactly should one respond to a yawn or an itch while in Salaat?Also, if my cap (?topi?) is about to fall off during Salaat, can I press it back on my head?

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One should try to suppress the yawn. If there is a need to yawn, then cover the mouth with one hand only.

If the need to scratch is severe, one may do so with one hand only. One may press the Topie in place with one hand only.

None of these actions should be done excessively.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Moulana Imraan Vawda
for: FATWA DEPT.

Answered by: Moulana Imraan Vawda

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