Is it permissible for an epileptic patient who is unable to stand to perform tayammum and pray when he is in a state of janabah? And how should tayammum be performed for one in a state of janabah? And is it obligatory to repeat the prayer that was performed with tayammum if he later becomes able to stand and perform ghusl?
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Whoever is afflicted with an illness must fulfill their obligations to the best of their ability. So, whoever is able to perform sitting down should not suffice with . Tayammum for is like tayammum for wudu, and its description is wiping the face and the palms of the hands. The prayer of a sick person performed with tayammum is valid, and they are not required to repeat it upon recovery; rather, they should perform ghusl for future prayers.
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