Liaison office of Grand Ayatullah Sayyid Ali Al Sistani (L.M.H.L) in London, Europe, North and South America.
#228: A pilgrim who is in the state of consecration is not permitted to touch, lift up or hug his wife with passion. If he does, he is liable to a penalty of one sheep, whether or not he ejaculates. However, if he happens to touch, lift up or hug her without passion, no penalty is incurred.