Benefits & Rulings:

➊ It is strictly forbidden to intentionally face the Qiblah or turn one's back towards it while relieving oneself. Although small children are not legally accountable (non-mukallaf), it is the responsibility of parents or guardians to ensure this matter is observed properly.

➋ If one uses three stones or tissue paper during istinja (cleansing after relieving oneself) and cleanliness is fully achieved, then it is not necessary to use water afterward. The purification is considered complete in every way.

➌ Using the right hand for istinja is also not permissible.

➍ Purification cannot be achieved using dung or impure substances.

➎ Bones are the food of the jinn, so they must not be used. Similarly, items meant for eating and drinking are not suitable for purification.

➏ The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) is a spiritual father to the Ummah, and his noble wives hold the rank of spiritual mothers. See: Surah Al-Ahzab, Ayah 6 and 40.

➐ It is one of the duties of a father to educate his children on all matters they may face in life, especially religious matters, including sensitive issues. He should ensure that his growing children are not influenced by morally liberal individuals. Similarly, mothers are responsible for informing their daughters about essential and sensitive life matters.

➑ One should always avoid dividing the commands of Shariah into minor (saghirah) and major (kabirah) categories in a dismissive way or treating them lightly. All of Allah’s commands and the teachings of the Prophet (peace be upon him) are immensely important and noble. A Muslim should act upon them with pride, honor, and gratitude—without being apologetic—and openly express and invite others towards them, as demonstrated by Sayyiduna Salman (may Allah be pleased with him).