How Do You Respect A Muslim Burial?
Muslims respect death as being part of the cycle of life, not the end of life. So, while Muslims may bid farewell to their loved ones at burial, they also remain reverent of the eternal life that is before them and strive to find solace and joy in that. Learning more about Islamic funeral customs and Muslim burial can help you to develop respect for the religion’s traditions. Encourage those surrounding the newly departed to pray for the deceased. Meanwhile, the eyes of the deceased person should be closed and the body covered with a white sheet. Since it is ordained by Allah when a life will come to an end, it is the duty of every Muslim to respect this divine intervention by refraining from excessive displays of grief (such as wailing). Begin preparation for a Muslim burial by washing the corpse. This is performed by family members or the community as a whole. The body is gently bathed in scented water with respect and in a manner conducive to the Sunnah of the Prophet. Prepare the b
