Is it permissible to wear the ihram garment in such a way that it fully covers both shoulders and the right arm, in order to avoid displaying vitiligo patches, given that the questioner intends to perform Umrah?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
Al-Idtiba' during is a recommended , not an obligatory one. It means for the pilgrim to place his upper garment (rida') over his left shoulder, leaving his right shoulder uncovered. There is no harm in omitting it.
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