What is the ruling on one who intentionally says, while performing ghusl, "I do not like ghusl al-janabah (ritual bath after sexual defilement)"? Is his ghusl valid, or is this considered an act of disbelief (kufr)?

The ruling on saying, "I do not like ghusl (ritual bathing)," varies depending on the intention of the speaker, due to the hadith, "Actions are but by intentions." If the dislike and lack of love are related to Allah's ruling and His command for ghusl, then this is considered disbelief (kufr) and invalidates the ghusl. However, if the dislike is due to the difficulty of ghusl, such as severe cold, illness, or laziness, while the Muslim is content with and accepts Allah Almighty's ruling, then this does not constitute disbelief, and their ghusl remains valid.