Asalamu Alaiykum!
I wear a necklace every day which has Allah written in Arabic. Recently I’ve begun to wonder if it’s permissible to be wearing that in a restroom.
I wear it as a way to be mindful of Allah and His greatness throughout my day. I read somewhere that it’s allowed as long as you aren’t doing it in a way to diminish His name by taking it to a bathroom, but I know we can’t utter His name in such a space.
Does anyone know the true ruling of this? Thank you and peace and blessing be upon you all!
Wa Alaikum Assalam wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh!
I truly admire your mindfulness and love for Allah (SWT). May He bless you for your sincerity in wanting to do the right thing!
About wearing your necklace with Allah’s name—it’s completely understandable that you’re concerned about showing the proper respect. The general ruling in Islam is that we should honor Allah’s name and avoid bringing it into places that aren’t clean, like a restroom.
From what scholars say, it’s not haram to wear it inside, but it’s best to cover it or tuck it under your clothing before entering. If it’s possible to remove it, that’s even better, just out of extra respect. The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to take off his ring that had “Muhammad Rasulullah” engraved on it before going into the restroom (Abu Dawood 19), so some scholars use this as an example of showing extra care.
At the end of the day, your intention matters—you wear it as a reminder of Allah, and that’s a beautiful thing. If covering it keeps that respect, then inshaAllah, you’re doing the right thing! May Allah bless you and increase you in iman.
Opinions of Scholars
Hanafi and Maliki Schools: They view it as disliked (makruh) but not sinful as long as it is covered or concealed.
Shafi’i and Hanbali Schools: They also prefer avoiding it, but if it is tucked under clothing or covered, then it is permissible.
Evidence from the Sunnah
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) instructed us to be respectful of Allah’s name. However, there is no direct prohibition of entering the restroom while wearing something that has Allah’s name, as long as it is properly covered.
The Prophet (peace be upon him) used to remove his ring that had “Muhammad Rasulullah” engraved on it before entering the restroom (Abu Dawood 19). Some scholars use this as an analogy for similar cases.
And Allah knows best.