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Oral sex in Islam is controversial among Islamic scholars. Some allow the practice, and some disappro

However, the generally known Islamic rule is that whatever is not haraam (forbidden) in the Qur'an, n

Contents

1 Knowledge of oral sex

1.1 From the Sahih Al-Bukhari
1.2 Opinions from other Islamic sects
2 Sucking the wife's breasts and vagina
3 On touching the penis
4 Oral sex as foreplay
5 Relation to sexual gratification
6 Concept of pure and impure secretions
6.1 Genital secretions
6.2 Avoiding secretions
7 Bathing (ghusl) after oral sex
8 See also
9 References and notes
10 Further reading

[edit] Knowledge of oral sex

The concept of oral sex is as old as the Hudaibiya Treaty in Islamic tradition, as cited below by Sahih a

[edit] From the Sahih Al-Bukhari

Oral Sex in Sahih Al-Bukhari[2] by Sahih Hadith of Sahih Al-Bukhari by Imam Al-Bukhari & Urdu transla

At the time of the Hudaibiya Treaty, in a fit of rage Abu Bakr told Urwa bin Masud Thaqafi:[3]

"Suck the clitoris/vagina ( ‫ بظر‬: English translation clitoris.[4],[5]) of Laat".[2]

Shaving of pubic hair is often favored as well in Islamic tradition.[1]

[edit] Opinions from other Islamic sects

Dr. Yusuf al-Qaradawi, a Sunni, allows the practice of oral sex in a fatwā with certain conditions.[6] Sh
In human sexual behavior, foreplay is a set of intimate psychological and physical acts between two o

Any act that creates and enhances sexual stimulation between the sex partners may constitute forepl

Dr. Heba Kotb,[8] a Sunni female scholar[9] who gives sex advice on Egyptian TV, said that oral sex is

[edit] Sucking the wife's breasts and vagina

There is no Islamic text that forbids the sucking of a wife's breasts.[11][12][13]

The Malikis allow licking the vagina (farj) stating that there is no harm in it and it is not a hated act (m

[edit] On touching the penis

It should be noted that there is stronger evidence of the most commonly held-view: the hadeeth of Ba

Hanafi jurists who claim touching the penis in Islamic Law[16] is not a shameful act. The Sahih Hadith

Abu Hanifah related to me, on the authority of Hamad b. Ibrahim, on the authority of Ali ibn Abu Talib

Abu Hanifah related to me, on the authority of Hamad b. Ibrahim, that Abd Allah ibn Mas'ud asked abo

Abu Hanifah related to me, on the authority of Hamad b. Ibrahim, that Sa`d ibn Abi Waqqas passed by

However, there are also Sahih Hadith[17] which mention the performing of ablution is compulsory afte

But, Abu Hanifah reiterated that that washing the penis is important after urinating.

The first and second of these reports are related to the oft-cited report, given on the authority of Talq

However, there is some disagreement about this report and as noted above, the strongest evidence fo

[edit] Oral sex as foreplay

Oral sex should not lead to any repulsive feeling, and it is advisable to guarantee that the spouse is a

Dr. Heba Kotb stresses that women should also enjoy sex. Oral sex is a form of foreplay and Islam "str

[edit] Relation to sexual gratification

In the light of the Qur'an verse, Al-Mu'minun, five to seven scholars said that the husband is allowed t

[edit] Concept of pure and impure secretions

[edit] Genital secretions

Secretions from the vagina are pure. There is no hadith or verse that mentioned anything of vaginal d
The Shafi`i Madh'hab said that the sperm of the male is pure, but pre-ejaculate, or "Madhy liquid", is n

Muslim scholars are of the opinion that if the oral stimulation leads to ejaculation, then it is blamewor

[edit] Avoiding secretions

If oral sex can be done in such a way that no filth is involved, then it would be considered lawful for a

By using the Arab strap, condom or by holding base shaft in hand tightly, the discharge of impure sec

[edit] Bathing (ghusl) after oral sex

Oral sex is only permitted as a way of stimulation and foreplay. If a husband does have oral sex with h

[edit] See also

Islamic view of anal sex

The Lawful and the Prohibited in Islam

[edit] References and notes

1. ^ a b Sexuality in Islam
2. ^ a b Sahih Bukhari, Kitab al Sharut [Conditions], Book: al-Sharut fil Jihad [Conditions for Jihad], Had
3. ^ As cited by Muhammad al-Bukhari
4. ^ Websters Dictionary Online
5. ^ Arabic Wikipedia
6. ^ Islam's Stance on Oral Sex
7. ^ Imam Al-Khoei Online Knowledge Base
8. ^ Heba Kotb
9. ^ Sex therapy in Yemen
10. ^ Muslim Woman Gives Sex Advice on Arab TV
11. ^ Sheikh Muhammad Iqbal Nadvi
12. ^ Husband sucking wifes breasts
13. ^ Sucking Wife’s Breasts
14. ^ a b Questions On Sexuality
15. ^ List of Wudu Nullifiers
16. ^ Touching The Penis in Islamic Law
17. ^ Volume 1, Page 36a: Touching the sexual organ without any "barrier" between the hand and the
18. ^ Sexuality In Islam
19. ^ Sexual Revolution in Islam?
20. ^ a b Is oral sex permitted?
21. ^ IOL Islamic Researchers
22. ^ Sheikh Muhammad Ali Al-Hanooti
23. ^ Fatwa on Oral Sex

[edit] Further reading

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he Hadith.

Abul-Qassim Khoei said that oral sex between husband and wife is not unlawful (not haraam).[7] One group of
eople meant to create and increase sexual arousal, in anticipation of sexual intercourse.

ding kissing, touching, embracing, talking, and teasing (teasing, in this case, may include methods of satisfactio

"since there is no religious text banning it".[10]

Malik ibn Anas said that there is no harm in licking the pudendum with the tongue.[14]

t Safwaan, who heard Muhammad say: “Whoever touches his penis, let him do wudoo’.” (narrated by Abu Dawo

watta Imam Muhammad (see image) argues that the "act is not impure". And emphasized that "if the penis wer

ncerning touching the penis he said: "There is no harm. I touch it or the end of my nose."

for touching the penis. He said: "It is impure [najas], so cut it off!" meaning that there is no harm in it.

who was washing his penis. He said: "What are you doing? This is not required of you."

uching of the sexual organ.

. al-Mundhir b. Qays], concerning the saying of Muhammad about the penis. Talq b. ‫؛‬Ali said: We were with the

g ablution after touching one's penis comes from Basrah bint Safwaan.

the act in order to fulfill the maximum joy out of the act.[18]

e importance of foreplay".[19] Hanbali books mention that it is lawful for a husband to achieve ejaculation by h

his wife through any means of enjoyment except for anal sex. Dr. Ali Jum`ah, professor of the Principles of Islam

.[22] Similarly, many scholars view that semen is pure (taahir).

he partners in fact might be licking the Madhy liquid which is najas before the ejaculation is completed. Hence i

ruh), but there is no decisive evidence to forbid it. These parts are not dirty like the anus (dubur in Arabic). But

iss her husband's penis as long as she avoids any areas where there is pre-ejaculatory fluid, a loving couple cou

nd contact with semen during oral sex may be avoided.

and ejaculates semen, then ghusl is obligatory; however, if he only releases Madhy then Wudu is only required,
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on needed], the exception is what was prohibited by Allah or by his messenger. Based on this principle, oral sex

al Sex & Touching Penis in Islam Hadith & Fiqh is a reference book on the topic.

m).[7] One group of Salafi scholars and Shafi`i school says that oral sex is completely halal (permissible) becau
methods of satisfaction, such as erotic sexual denial).[1] The manual or oral stimulation of erogenous zones ma

arrated by Abu Dawood, al-Tahaarah, 154. al-Albaani said in Saheeh Sunan Abi Dawood, no. 166, it is saheeh) [

that "if the penis were vile or impure, it should be cut off from the body and thrown away". The Hadith claimed

o harm in it.

d: We were with the Apostle of God when a man, like a Bedouin, came to him and said: "Oh Apostle of God, wh

eve ejaculation by his wife masturbating him, and by rubbing his penis between her thighs or breasts.[20]

he Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence at Al-Azhar University, said that licking, sucking and kissing a spouse's sex
s completed. Hence it could be understood if this is the case then oral sex is makruh but certainly not haraam b

dubur in Arabic). But there is no decisive evidence to make it unlawful, especially if the wife agrees with it or ac

d, a loving couple could always use a condom, and a husband can kiss the outer parts of his wife's genitals and

udu is only required, and the wife has to wash the Madhy away. If during the course of oral stimulation, ejacula
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his principle, oral sex is an allowed act.[1] Furthermore, oral sex is licit, as long as it is practiced between husba

(permissible) because of the hadith of the prophet(s) in which he encouraged foreplay between spouses, and t
erogenous zones may be considered foreplay, as well as being part of the sex act itself. Sexual role playing, fet

o. 166, it is saheeh) [15]

. The Hadith claimed that there is no difference between the penis and the other parts of body. Scholars such a

h Apostle of God, what do you think about a man touching his penis after performing wudu?" He [Prophet Muha

s or breasts.[20]

kissing a spouse's sexual organs are all allowed, as long as it gives a person sexual gratification. This concept w
ertainly not haraam because there is no evidence to say so.[14]

e agrees with it or achieves orgasm by practicing it.

s wife's genitals and suck her clitoris (mentioned in many books of Hanbali fiqh) for her pleasure and satisfactio

stimulation, ejaculation takes place, one must wash it away if it gets in one’s clothing or mouth.[23]
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cticed between husband and wife, same as for every other sexual practice. The basic ruling is licitness from hea

tween spouses, and that these are naturally gratifying activities that will help them have a better marriage.
xual role playing, fetish activities, and BDSM can also be considered foreplay, though they may also accompany

ody. Scholars such as Muhammad al-Shaybani cited several opinions from Abu Hanifa an-Nu‘man:

?" He [Prophet Muhammad] said: "What is it but a piece of your flesh?"[citation needed]

ation. This concept will keep him away from unlawfulness (haraam). It is allowed for a husband to lick his wife's
 asure and satisfaction to an orgasm and it must be sure to rinse out mouths afterwards.[20]

mouth.[23]
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g is licitness from head to toe with the exception of anal sex and sexual intercourse during menstruation.

better marriage.
may also accompany intercourse and not just precede it.

and to lick his wife's vaginal area when it helps her have orgasm. Also, the wife can lick her husband's penis to
olitical · Sexuality: Masturbation, Sexual techniques · Theological: Kalam · Zina · Sources

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menstruation.
er husband's penis to cause erection and suck on it for an orgasm or ejaculation of semen. All sexual acts that a
All sexual acts that aim at satisfying and pleasing the spouses are allowed except anal sex.[21]