by khalidu | Apr 23, 2022 | Dua/Religious Rites, Post-Burial
How can someone extend condolences and comfort to the family of the deceased? What should you say (not say)? There are many things you can do that can help a grieving family, and in many cases, it will differ based on the circumstances and cultural norms....
by khalidu | Apr 22, 2022 | At Death, Body Preparation, Body Treatment, Embalming, Funeral Home
What is cremation? Cremation is a method that disposes of the body as an alternative to burying the body. The body is placed in a cremation container and incinerated (burned) in an industrial furnace called a cremation chamber into chemical compounds –...
by khalidu | Apr 18, 2022 | Body Preparation, Body Treatment, Dua/Religious Rites, Funeral Home
Losing a loved one can be one of the most difficult experiences someone faces in life. Islam is a complete religion that provides guidance after a Muslim passes away that ensures dignity and respect. According to the Islamic tradition, ritual washing of the deceased...
by khalidu | Apr 16, 2022 | Autopsy, Body Treatment, Death Preparation, DNR, Organ Donation
Many Muslims incorrectly assumed that Islam categorically prohibits organ donation. In fact, organ donation is permitted and encouraged by many Muslim scholars. Organ donation is legal in the majority of Muslim countries, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Iraq. In...
by khalidu | Apr 12, 2022 | DNR, Near Death
What is an advanced health directive? It is a legal document that outlines how a person wants to be treated in the potential end-of-life medical decisions. The directive has two primary components: Living will: includes types of treatments a person does or does not...
by khalidu | Apr 10, 2022 | Death Preparation, DNR, Near Death
What is a DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) Order? A Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order is a legal directive that states that no medical, life-saving actions will be taken if a patient enters cardiac or respiratory arrest, including, but not limited to cardio-pulmonary...
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