Is it permissible to wipe over shoes during ablution at work, knowing there is fear of impurity on the ground, and that I leave for work having already performed ablution?
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It is permissible to wipe over the sandals if they are worn over socks after a complete purification. This is from the , as the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, wiped over his socks and sandals. If the person performing ablution removes the sandal, he must wipe over the sock or wash the foot. This concession does not require the person to be at work or traveling.
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