Purdah for an old man must be exercised to a greater degree. There is a need to be more careful because as his other physical powers and abilities are weakened so too is his ability to resist carnal lust. He is also stirred by lust and passion. He does not regard his inclination (towards females) as the dictate of carnal lust. He stirs his carnal lust by reflection.
A young man after climax obtains carnal gratification whereas the old man does not attain sexual gratification. His inclination, therefore, towards females remains strong (despite his incapacity). He therefore, continuously ruminates to obtain some satisfaction. This is the “Zina” (fornication) of the heart which the Hadith speaks about.
(Hakimul Ummat Hadhrat Maulana Thanwi Rahmatullah alaih)
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