Jamiatul Ulama KZN

Is ghusl necessary if a baby urinates or poos on a person?

· 17 Shaʻban 1445 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

If a baby urinates or poos on you while bathing or changing them, do we need to make ghusl or take a shower to remove the impurity?

Answer

The urine and stool of a baby are impure.

However, if it touches a person’s body, it does not necessitate Ghusl. One is only required to wash the messed portion. A ghusl or shower is not required. [Tahtaawi 1: 96]

And Allah Ta’ala Knows Best

Answered by
Mufti Moosa Salie, Mufti Taahir Hansa
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