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Washing the Left Hand Before the Right in Ablution
What is the ruling for someone who washed their left hand, then the right hand in ablution?
Answer
I say, and with Allah's guidance: His ablution is valid, but he would be neglecting a virtue by not starting with the right side in the ablution, which is recommended. The one who performs what is recommended is rewarded, and the one who neglects it is not blamed. Refer to: Al-Tanqih 1: 124, Sharh Al-Wiqayah p. 84-85, Al-Hidayah 1: 13, Al-Binayah 1: 187, and Allah knows best.
