Funeral Directing
Muslim Funeral Rite
Tim Krause
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| 664989120 | Introduction to Muslim Religion: | 1. Islam - submission to God 2. religion based on teachings of Mohammad 3. worship out of the Koran 4. believe the Koran is word of God dictated to Mohammad by Arch Angel Gabriel | |
| 664989121 | Notification of Clergy: | none required | |
| 674842430 | Removal of Muslim Remains: | 1. no restrictions, local customs 2. family may position body before removal | |
| 674842431 | Preparation of Muslim Remains: | 1. embalming accepted 2. family wash body before service 3. ritual washing in the Koran - Ghusl 4. body is wrapped, except of hands and face 5. most inexpensive wood casket, of may not use a casket 6. may have family visitation 1 hour prior to service | |
| 674842432 | Muslim Funeral Service: | 1. traditional burial 2. funeral service at cemetery 3. any day except holidays on the Muslim calendar 4. male family members are the casket bearers 5. casket set 50' away from grave, with casket opened 6. casket placed w/ head towards the south and facing east 7. wood planks & straps used to lower casket 8. top of casket set on top of grave liner or placed on side 9. women mourn 4 months & 10 days 10. men mourn 3 days |
