Is It Okay to Pray Where the Qibla Is between You and the Bathroom?

Answered by Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat

Question

Is It Okay to Pray Where the Qibla Is between You and the Bathroom?

Indeed, reverence in prayer encompasses various aspects, including the place of prayer, attire, and cleanliness. However, circumstances may arise where the Qibla is between the prayer area and the bathroom, posing a concern. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat will further clarify the rules and whether the prayer remains valid in such situations.

Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat embarked on his journey of learning Arabic Grammar and Morphology alongside pursuing a degree in English and History. Following his graduation, he journeyed to Damascus to delve deeper into Arabic studies, Hanafi Fiqh, Theology, and more under the guidance of esteemed scholars such as Shaykh Adnan Darwish and Shaykh ‘Abd al-Rahman Arjan al-Binsawi. He furthered his studies in Amman, covering a wide array of disciplines, including Tafsir, Hadith Methodology, and Tajwid, under the tutelage of notable teachers like Shaykh Ali Hani and Dr. Hamza al-Bakri.