Muslim+Funerals

Christianity and Judaism


 * Before the Muslim funeral the body is thoroughly washed and shrouded
 * After being washed the body is transported to a public area where the prayers are said
 * The funeral prayers are called the salat-l-Janazah
 * The prayer is similar to 5 daily prayers because the Imam is standing in front of the body looking away from the on goers
 * The only two differences are there is no bowing and the prayer is silent
 * Muslims do not practice cremation
 * Basic prayers said in the Mosque before the burial include the Takbiir which is saying Alah Akbar 4 times
 * In the U.S. many funerals are in local mosques instead of in town centers

Near Death and just after: - those around him or her are called upon to give comfort, and reminders of God's mercy and forgiveness - they may recite verses from the Qur'an, give physical comfort, and encourage the dying one to recite words of remembrance and prayer - upon death, those with the deceased are encouraged to remain calm, pray for the departed, and begin preparations for burial. Relation to Views about the Afterlife