When should the nine washings be repeated? Is it when urine intentionally exits from a person or what? I sometimes feel anxious when performing the washings, as I sense that I have unintentionally pressed myself to release urine, but of course, it is not my intention, so I feel compelled to repeat the washings. What should I do?
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei and Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect them):
1- The washings are not obligatory for the individual, and one can choose to omit them entirely.
2- If you mean the exit of urine during the washings, this is a natural occurrence because the purpose of the washings is to expel any remaining urine in the passage, and you do not need to repeat the washings afterward.
3- Since you are experiencing anxiety, we recommend that you refer to Question 925.
May you be successful in all good.
Source:
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may God protect him): Answers to Inquiries, Q91, Q92 + Special Inquiry.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect him): Official Website + Minhaj al-Salihin, Vol. 1, Issue 198 + Recommended Acts of Relieving Oneself.