No, looking in the mirror does not break Wudu (ablution) in Islam. Wudu is a ritual purification performed by Muslims before prayer and other acts of worship.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
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What is Wudu? Wudu involves washing specific parts of the body, including the face, hands, arms up to the elbows, the head, and feet. It is a necessary condition for the validity of certain acts of worship, primarily the daily prayers (Salah).
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What Breaks Wudu? Actions that invalidate Wudu typically involve the discharge of bodily waste (urine, feces, gas), deep sleep, loss of consciousness, and certain other specific actions depending on the Islamic school of thought followed.
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Looking in the Mirror is Permissible: Simply looking at your reflection in a mirror is not considered an action that nullifies or breaks Wudu. There's no religious basis to suggest otherwise. Wudu is primarily concerned with physical cleanliness and purification, and looking in a mirror has no impact on that state.
In summary, looking in the mirror is perfectly acceptable while in a state of Wudu, and it does not require you to perform Wudu again.
