Thursday, January 13, 2011
Understand & Managing Janazah Pt 2
Shrouding the Corpse
Shrouding the corpse, after washing it, is also a part of the Abrahamic tradition of religion[2]. Even though the corpse may be shrouded simply in a single sheet of cloth, yet as a show of honor and regard for the dead, it is highly recommended that this shrouding be done with special care. According to a narrative ascribed to Ayesha (may God be pleased with her), the Prophet (peace be upon him) was shrouded in three sheets of white cotton and there was no shirt or head covering on him, when he was laid to rest[3]. The Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said:
“When one of you shrouds his dead brother, he should shroud him in the best of manners.” (Muslim)
Shrouding the corpse, after washing it, is also a part of the Abrahamic tradition of religion[2]. Even though the corpse may be shrouded simply in a single sheet of cloth, yet as a show of honor and regard for the dead, it is highly recommended that this shrouding be done with special care. According to a narrative ascribed to Ayesha (may God be pleased with her), the Prophet (peace be upon him) was shrouded in three sheets of white cotton and there was no shirt or head covering on him, when he was laid to rest[3]. The Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said:
“When one of you shrouds his dead brother, he should shroud him in the best of manners.” (Muslim)
Understand & Managing Janazah Pt 1
Washing the Corpse
Washing a corpse, before burial, is also a part of the religious customs and traditions promoted by the previous prophets of God. Although it suffices to thoroughly pour water over the dead body, yet in view of the extraordinary importance of cleanliness and physical cleansing, the corpse should be washed as thoroughly as possible. The Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said:
“Wash her[1] with water and jujube leaves three, five or even more times, if you would. And the last time you wash her, mix some camphor in the water as well.” (Bukhari)
According to another narrative, the Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said:
“Wash her in odd numbers, three, five or seven times. Start with her right side and wash those parts first, which are washed during ablution for prayers.” (Bukhari)
Washing a corpse, before burial, is also a part of the religious customs and traditions promoted by the previous prophets of God. Although it suffices to thoroughly pour water over the dead body, yet in view of the extraordinary importance of cleanliness and physical cleansing, the corpse should be washed as thoroughly as possible. The Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said:
“Wash her[1] with water and jujube leaves three, five or even more times, if you would. And the last time you wash her, mix some camphor in the water as well.” (Bukhari)
According to another narrative, the Prophet (peace be upon him) is reported to have said:
“Wash her in odd numbers, three, five or seven times. Start with her right side and wash those parts first, which are washed during ablution for prayers.” (Bukhari)
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Islam & the Western World: An Interfaith Dialogue
Islam and the Western World: An Interfaith Dialogue featuring Shaikh Hamza Yusuf Hanson of the Zaytuna Institute, and Ambassador J. Douglas Holladay of the Buxton Initiative. Congressman Keith Ellison moderates this interfaith discussion with particular focus on issues related to the Christian, Muslim, Jewish and other faith communities living in the U.S. and Europe. Watch full program at Fora.tv
Malcolm X: Prince of Islam
Malcolm X was the living personification of freedom of speech. He denounced his racist beliefs to accept the beliefs of universal brotherhood as practiced best in Islam.
Source: www.IslamicVideos.net
Source: www.IslamicVideos.net
Paradise Found: A Documentary on Islamic Architecture
Paradise. We imagine many things when we think of this word. However, we do not think about Islamic Architecture, which influenced the art of Europe so profoundly. This documentary tours through the Muslim world, in search of that "atmosphere of Paradise," hidden away in mosques and palaces.
Source: www.IslamicVideos.net
Source: www.IslamicVideos.net
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