The guidelines for performing the funeral prayer from "summary" of Sahih Muslim (Volume 8) by Imam Abul-Husain Muslim
The guidelines for performing the funeral prayer are essential for every Muslim to understand and follow. When a person passes away, it is the duty of the community to perform the funeral prayer for the deceased. The funeral prayer is a way to seek forgiveness for the deceased and ask for Allah's mercy upon them. The funeral prayer is a special prayer that is different from the regular prayers that Muslims perform throughout the day. It is important to know the proper way to perform the funeral prayer in order for it to be accepted by Allah. The funeral prayer consists of four takbirs, or saying "Allahu Akbar," with specific movements and supplications in between. Before beginning the funeral prayer, it is important to have the intention, or niyyah, in the heart to perform the prayer for the deceased. The prayer should be performed standing, if possible, and facing the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca. It i...
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