Is washing the forearms while massaging the arms considered sufficient for the obligatory washing of them after washing the face, especially with the use of a large amount of water during that?
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If someone washes their hands at the beginning of wudu with the intention of it being obligatory, but does not wash them again with the forearms, there is a difference of opinion regarding the validity of their wudu. However, if a person strongly believes that the water covered their hands when washing their forearms, then this is sufficient; because for performing wudu completely, a strong belief is enough.
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