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  2. Islamic funeral - Wikipedia

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    In all cases, however, sharia (Islamic religious law) calls for burial of the body as soon as possible. The deceased is first bathed and shrouded with simple white cloth. Then a funeral prayer, Salat al-jinazah, is recited. Cremation of the body is strictly forbidden in Islam and the body is buried without a casket and the head faces Mecca ...

  3. Funeral procession - Wikipedia

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    Muslims believe that by following the funeral procession, praying over the body, and attending the burial one may receive quīrāts (rewards) to put them in good favor with Allah. [10] Funeral processions of prominent figures in the Islamic society would attract large crowds because many people would want to honor the deceased.

  4. Islamic Foundation of Greater St. Louis - Wikipedia

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    The second and larger mosque, Daar-Ul-Islam, is located in Ballwin, Missouri, at 517 Weidman Road, and includes an Islamic funeral home with 5 cemeteries [1] and social services including job training and English classes. [2] A donation charity known as Baitulmal that provides donated items and food to those in need is also hosted by IFGSTL. [3]

  5. Mourning - Wikipedia

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    Shi'a Muslims wear black clothes and take out processions on road to mourn on the tragedy at Karbala. Shi'a Muslims also mourn the death of Fatima (one of Muhammad's daughters) and the Shi'a Imams. Mourning is observed in Islam by increased devotion, receiving visitors and condolences, and avoiding decorative clothing and jewelry.

  6. Culture of the United States - Wikipedia

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    Traditional Jewish and Muslim practices include a ritual bath and no embalming. Friends, relatives and acquaintances gather, often from distant parts of the country, to "pay their last respects" to the deceased. Flowers are brought to the coffin and sometimes eulogies, elegies, personal anecdotes or group prayers are recited. Otherwise, the ...

  7. Muslim In America - The Huffington Post

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    The diversity of Muslims in the United States is vast, and so is the breadth of the Muslim American experience. The following animated videos depict the experiences of nine Muslim Americans from across the country who differ in heritage, age, gender and occupation.

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