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What is khitan?

ما الختان؟

Circumcision is the removal of the male foreskin. Jurists count it among the practices of the natural disposition (fitra), and it is an established custom in both religious law and local custom, whose forms vary between countries.

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Khitan is the removal of the foreskin of a male. Jurists count it among the natural practices (fitra), and it is a well-established custom in law and common usage. Its forms vary between countries.

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Circumcision is among the traits of fitra in a sound hadith, and its timing and forms of celebration vary between Muslim lands 1. The entry on circumcision sets out its place in law and custom.

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  1. Sahih al-Bukhari
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