Question 17) - Is there exemption for woman regarding moistening her hair in the Fard Ghusl? Or is it Wajib for her to tie her braids?

A: It is not necessary for a woman to tie her braid, nor is it Wajib to wet the hair as long as water reaches the roots. This exemption is only for her whose hair is braided. If her hair is not tied like that, it is Wajib for her to wet her hair together with making the water reach the roots. In the same way it is necessary for a man to wet all his hair in Fard Ghusl, even if he has much hair.

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