Yes, passing gas (farting) does break Namaz (prayer) in Islam. It invalidates the prayer, and one must perform wudu (ablution) again before restarting the prayer.
Nullifiers of Namaz (Things That Break Prayer)
Several actions can nullify or break the prayer. Passing gas is one of them. Other common nullifiers include:
- Speaking: Intentionally speaking during prayer, other than the prescribed recitations, invalidates it.
- Eating or Drinking: Consuming food or beverages while praying breaks the prayer.
- Excessive Movement: Unnecessary and excessive movements that are not part of the prayer rituals can nullify it.
- Losing Wudu: Losing the state of ritual purity (wudu), which includes passing gas, breaks the prayer.
- Laughing Aloud: Laughing audibly during prayer can invalidate it.
- Turning Away From the Qibla: Intentionally turning away from the direction of the Kaaba (Qibla) breaks the prayer.
What to Do If You Fart During Namaz
If you accidentally pass gas during Namaz:
- Stop Praying: Immediately stop the prayer.
- Perform Wudu: Go and perform wudu again. This involves washing the face, hands, arms, head, and feet.
- Restart the Prayer: After completing wudu, you can then restart your prayer.
It is important to remember that accidental occurrences are different from intentional acts. If passing gas is involuntary due to a medical condition, specific rulings may apply, and consulting with a knowledgeable religious scholar is recommended.
