Professor Hani Tamam, assistant professor of Islamic jurisprudence at Al-Azhar University, emphasized that moderation in acts of worship is a fundamental Qur’anic principle and an authentic prophetic approach that every Muslim should follow in all aspects of life, especially in rituals related to purification such as ablution.

He clarified that perfecting ablution does not mean excessive use of water, but rather performing it correctly without excess or negligence. The Prophet ﷺ explicitly warned against wastefulness even when water is available, citing his guidance to the companion Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas when he discouraged him from using too much water.

He further explained that the concept of wastefulness is not tied to the abundance of water but to the actual need required for performing ablution. Exceeding that necessity falls into the category of disliked actions, and the severity increases when the water belongs to public resources such as mosques and shared facilities.

He warned that wasting water in public places may even reach the level of prohibition, as it constitutes a violation of collective rights that must be preserved, calling for awareness and responsible consumption of shared resources.

He added that maintaining moderation in ablution not only preserves environmental resources but also contributes to achieving humility and focus in prayer, as properly starting an act of worship reflects positively on its completion and acceptance by God.

He concluded by stressing the importance of spreading a culture of moderation in worship, noting that the prophetic approach of balance enhances the value of deeds and helps ensure sincerity and spiritual presence.