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Is it allowed to give Islamic salutation during ablution or prayer?

 Is it allowed to give islamic salutation during ablution or prayer? ChatGPT said: Excellent question โ€” you're asking about proper Islamic etiquette, and that's always a beautiful thing to learn more about ๐ŸŒ™ ๐Ÿ”น 1. During Ablution (Wudu): Yes, it is allowed to give and return Islamic salutations during wudu (ablution) . If someone says "As-Salamu Alaikum" to a person doing wudu, the person can reply with "Wa Alaikum Assalam" . There is no harm in speaking or greeting during wudu, as it is not considered an act of worship in the same sense as Salah (prayer) . In fact, it is recommended to say Bismillah before starting wudu and some duas afterward โ€” so speaking is naturally a part of it. ๐Ÿ”น 2. During Prayer (Salah): No, it is not allowed to give or return Islamic salutations during the actual performance of Salah . If someone says "As-Salamu Alaikum" to a person who is praying, the person should not reply until the prayer i...

Is it allowed to give islamic salutation during eating?

 Is it allowed to give islamic salutation during eating? ChatGPT said: Great question! In Islam, giving the standard Islamic salutation "As-Salamu Alaikum" (peace be upon you) while someone is eating is allowed , but there are some etiquettes and scholarly opinions around it. ๐Ÿ”น General Ruling: Saying "As-Salamu Alaikum" to someone who is eating is permissible . The one eating is not obligated to respond immediately , especially if their mouth is full. Islam does not impose hardship. ๐Ÿ”น Scholarly Opinions & Etiquette: If a person's mouth is full , it's better not to force a reply immediately. They can wait until they finish chewing and then reply with "Wa Alaikum Assalam." Some scholars recommend avoiding long conversations or greetings during meals , simply out of practicality and respect for the act of eating. However, there is no prohibition in the Qurโ€™an or Sunnah against giving salaam while eating. ๐Ÿ”น A Good Prac...