Is it required to wash the corners of the eyes (Ma'aqayn) during Wudu?

Chapter on Siwak and the Sunnah of Wudu

Al-Mughni

Book of Purification

Book 2 · Issue 3 · Bab 4

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Primary text

It is recommended to inspect the remaining facial hair and to wipe the corners of the eyes to remove any kohl or rheum. Abu Dawud narrated, with his chain of narration, from Abu Umamah, who mentioned the Wudu of the Messenger of God, peace be upon him, saying, "He used to wipe the two corners of the eyes."

Supporting text

No dissenting opinion is presented regarding the ruling on wiping the corners of the eyes; the text only affirms the practice.