Wearing khuffain (leather socks)

Q:

1. What is the purpose and significance of the khuffain (leather socks)? I don't understand the reason behind wearing it.

2. What is the reward for wearing it?

A:

1. You do not need to. The fact that the khuffain has been sanctioned by the shariah is enough reason for you to emulate it.

2. It is a sunnat.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

 

Answered by:

Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)