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What is the ruling on folding trousers to avoid isbal, given the prohibition of takfeet?

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Lowering one's garment below the ankles is forbidden, whether in prayer or outside of it. Tucking up garments during prayer unnecessarily is a reprehensible act (makruh tanzihi). Wearing trousers above the ankles is always desirable and is particularly emphasized in prayer to avoid what is forbidden.

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