HOW TO WUDU

  1 Make niyyah (intention) to perform  wudu , and say "Bismillah" (in the name of Allah) before starting  wudu . Niyyah is the Islamic concept of performing an act for the sake of Allah. To truly perform  wudu , you should  center yourself  and quiet your thoughts,  focusing  seriously on what you are doing (intending to perform  wudu  (ablution)). Niyyah is not said out loud and should be made in the heart; focusing on the phrase "Bismillah" (in the name of Allah) is a good way to accomplish the necessary centering. Say it out loud or silently to yourself, whichever makes you comfortable. 2 Wash your hands.  Use your left hand to wash your right hand. Do this three times. After that, use your right hand to wash your left hand three times. Make sure to wash in between your fingers and all the way up to your wrists. 3 Take water into your mouth.  Use your right hand to cup water into your mouth three times. Swish it around in your cheeks. Do this thoroughly. 4 Inhal