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Is a specific size required for the pebbles used in the Rami of the Jamarat, and what are the consequences of not adhering to this size?

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The throwing of the pebbles (rami al-jamarat) should be done with medium-sized pebbles, which the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, described as "pebbles for slinging" (hasa al-khadhf). The jurists have estimated their size to be larger than a chickpea but smaller than a hazelnut, or like a fava bean, or smaller than a fingertip. According to the Hanbalis, throwing with a very small or large pebble is not valid, whereas the majority of scholars hold that it is valid but disliked. It is recommended for the pilgrim to choose medium-sized pebbles and avoid very small or large ones, in order to avoid the disagreement of those who consider it invalid.

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