Wudu & Prayer Etiquette

1. Prepare

   Make your intention to prepare for prayer and begin with Bismillah.

2. Wash your hands

   Wash both hands up to the wrists, including between the fingers, three times.

3. Rinse your mouth and nose

   Rinse your mouth and gently clean your nose with water.

4. Wash your face

   Wash your entire face three times, from the hairline to the chin and from ear to ear.

5. Wash your arms

   Wash both arms, including the elbows, three times. Begin with the right arm.

6. Wipe your head

   Pass your wet hands over your head.

7. Wash your feet

   Wash both feet, including the ankles, three times. Begin with the right foot and reach between the toes.

Wash thoroughly and use only the water you need.

• Arrive calmly

  Walk to prayer with calmness, even if the prayer has already started.

• Prepare for Salah

  Have Wudu, wear clean and modest clothing, and remove your shoes before entering the carpeted prayer area.

• Silence your phone

  Turn off ringtones and keep conversations quiet so others can pray and reflect.

• Pray with the congregation

  Follow the imam’s lead and give those around you room to pray.

• Respect the prayer space

  Avoid walking directly in front of someone who is praying. Keep entrances and walkways clear.

• Listen during Jumu’ah

  Listen attentively to the Khutbah and avoid conversations.

• Leave the space clean

  Use water carefully, tidy up after Wudu and leave shared areas ready for the next person.