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Shia Burial

When someone passes away

Five stages, in the order they usually happen. Open any stage directly if you are already partway through.

Stage 2 of 5

Preparing the Deceased

Ghusl, Kafan and related religious requirements.

This is the outline of what this stage will cover, taken from the Najafyia Foundation guide. The full instructions will appear once a scholar has reviewed them.
  1. 1

    The guardian's obligation

    ObligatoryAwaiting religious review
  2. 2

    The three ghusls, in order

    ObligatoryAwaiting religious review
  3. 3

    Kafan: the three pieces of cloth

    ObligatoryAwaiting religious review
  4. 4

    Written witness placed with the deceased

    RecommendedAwaiting religious review
  5. 5

    Narration: what people say after death

    NarrationAwaiting religious review
Civil requirements vary by location. Death registration, transport, burial permits and other legal steps are separate from religious guidance — please check with local authorities.
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