Farting during prayer can be a common concern for many Muslims, and it can cause confusion about whether one needs to stop and repeat their Wudu (ablution) or continue praying.
What to Do If You Fart During Prayer?
Yes, You must stop praying if you are sure you passed wind.
Explanation
- It was narrated by Abu Hurayrah that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: “If one of you feels something in his stomach and is not sure whether something came out of him or not, let him not leave the mosque unless he hears a sound or notices a smell.” (Muslim, 362)
The Prophet Muhammad (blessings and peace be upon him) advised that if you pass wind during prayer, your Wudu becomes invalid, and you must stop the prayer.
This is based on the teachings that there is no prayer when one is distracted by physical urges, such as the need to relieve oneself. The Prophet said, “There is no prayer when food is ready, or when one is resisting the urge to relieve oneself.”
However, if you are unsure whether you have passed wind, Islamic rulings state that you do not need to stop unless you are certain. This means that unless you hear a sound or notice a smell, your Wudu remains valid, and you can continue your prayer without repeating the ablution.
These rulings help provide clarity and prevent overthinking, which can be a cause of distraction during worship.
Bottom Line
If you are certain that you have passed wind, stop praying, perform Wudu again, and restart your prayer.
If you are unsure, continue your prayer, and trust that your Wudu is intact. Islam encourages ease and clarity in matters of worship, aiming to avoid unnecessary doubts and complications.
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