Question 97) - Are there other methods to purify?

A: Yes, the Fuqaha have expounded many, some of which we mention here:

1. If one tramps with one's leather socks on dirt which has a body one may scrape it on the earth when it dries. If the dirt has been removed one may pray in it.

2. If sperm soiled the clothing, it cannot be cleaned except with washing. If it has dried, one may scrape it off on condition that it was not mixed with urine.

3. It is enough to wipe clean a mirror or sword which has with Najasah.

4. If there was any Najasah on the earth and it dried and its traces removed, one may pray on that place. Tayammum may not be made with that earth. If the earth was washed and the traces of dirt removed, then both (matters) are allowed.

5. When a hide of carrion has been tanned, it is purified and Salah or it is allowed. Wudu from a vessel made from it is allowed. The hide of a pig can never be purified. The skin of a human may not be used out of respect.

~ al-Quduri ~