Day Questions

Can men and women pray in the same row in congregational prayer?

Males and females can pray in one row. However, it is better for the female to stand slightly behind the male in such a way that the place of prostration is level with the knee of the male when he is in prostration.

Can one engage in sexual activity with the wife while fasting, without ejaculation? Does this invalidate the fast?

This is permissible – as long as ejaculation is not intended – and does not invalidate the fast, although it is recommended to refrain from it.

What is obligatory to say before starting wudhu?

There are no mandatory words to be said before performing wudhu.