Purity of Semen: Islamic Ruling When It Contacts Clothing Source:
This article is derived from the book 500 Questions & Answers for Women, a compilation of Fatawa by the Scholars of the Haramain. Translated by Hafiz Abdullah Saleem.
❖ Question:
Is semen (mani) considered impure (najis) if it comes into contact with clothing?
❖ Answer:
All praise is due to Allah alone, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger, his family, and his companions…
The basic ruling regarding semen is that it is pure (ṭāhir).
We do not know of any clear evidence indicating that it is impure (najis).
و بالله التوفيق
(Fatwa by: Saudi Permanent Committee for Islamic Research and Ifta)
