Zikr in short-sleeves
Question
Do your hands and ankles have to be fully covered when reciting Durood/Zikr? Can you recite with short-sleeves?
Answer
Yes, you may engage in Zikrullah whilst wearing short sleeves.
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- Mufti Mohammed Desai
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