If I perform wudu and then have a shower thoroughly, will it be considered ghusl?

Question

If after doing wudu, I have a shower thoroughly, with soap/shampoo, will it be considered ghusl?

Answer 1

There are different obligatory requirements of ghusl according to the various schools:

• having the intention to do ghusl
• pouring water over the every part of the body
• rubbing every part of the body
• rinsing the mouth and nostrils

Using soap or shampoo does not play a part. As long as you have done the above actions your ghusl should be valid.

For further reference see: Islamic Jurisprudence According To The Four Sunni Schools