Khuffain (Leather Socks)

QUESTION: Is it permissible to make Masah on the DexShell sock? If not, which socks are permitted to use as Khuffain? ANSWER: The Darul Ifta only approves of the leather socks for Masah. ALLAH TA’ALA ALONE IN HIS INFINITE KNOWLEDGE KNOWS BEST! ANSWERED BY: Mufti Abdul...

QUESTION: For how long can the Khuff be worn before having remove it for a fresh Wudhu when using at home and while travelling? ANSWER: One who undertakes a journey of 77 kilometres or more is categorised as a Shari’ee Musaafir and can make Masah for 72 hours. A...

Question:- Is it permissible to wear waterproof Wudhu socks called "Dexshell", which are washable, breathable and durable? Answer:- Our Darul Ifta only approves of the black leather socks for Masah. ALLAH TA'ALA KNOWS BEST! ANSWERED BY: Mufti Mohammed Desai Date: 02...

Question:- To what extent must leather socks be waterproof? If one walks in the rain and is able to feel a bit of dampness, will this invalidate the Wudhu? Answer:- The leather sock (Khuffain) must be such that it prevents water from reaching the body (feet). If the...

Question:- Is it permissible to wear "Dex Shell socks"? Answer:- We at the Darul Ifta have not approved of "Dex Shell socks", hence, we advise abstention. You should rather utilize the leather Khuffain which is suitable for Masah. ALLAH TA'ALA KNOWS BEST! ANSWERED BY:...

Question:- Is a Ma'zoor permitted to wear Khuffain and make Masah thereupon when making Wudhu? Answer:- If a Ma’zoor (that is continuously experiencing an excuse) wears his Khuffain after making Wudhu (which included washing his feet), then he may perform as many...

Question:- A person wearing a moon boot is unable to remove it to wash his feet in Wudhu. He therefore makes Masah on the boot. Does he have to wash the other leg or is making Masah on it  sufficient? Answer:- Since a person wearing a moon boot is unable to wash his...