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Is ghusl obligatory, or is wudu sufficient upon awakening with a feeling of lust, without being certain that anything was discharged?

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Mere sensation of lust does not necessitate ghusl (ritual bath) unless semen is discharged, based on the Prophet's (peace be upon him) saying: "If she sees the water," and his saying (peace be upon him): "Water is only from water."

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