How does water reach all parts of the body when it is sufficient to douse the body once in a partial ghusl?
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The ritual bath () is only valid if water covers all parts of the body, including hidden areas like under the armpits, because these areas are considered outwardly exposed. It is sufficient for water to cover the body once for the ghusl to be valid, and this is achieved by pouring water or immersing oneself in it such that it reaches the entire body. If water does not reach some hidden places, then the obligatory complete coverage has not been achieved, and the ghusl is not valid.
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