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In Islam, Janazah refers to the funeral rites or the entire process of burial for a deceased Muslim. The term specifically denotes the prayer offered for the dead, known as Salat al-Janazah (Janazah prayer), but it is commonly used to refer to the full sequence of burial practices. These rites are a collective obligation (fard kifayah) upon Muslims; if some members of the community fulfill it, the obligation is lifted from the rest.
Given the urgency and unexpectedness of this service, we ask you email immediately and follow up with a phone call to the Services leads (201-602-8252).
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In Islam, Janazah refers to the funeral rites or the entire process of burial for a deceased Muslim. The term specifically denotes the prayer offered for the dead, known as Salat al-Janazah (Janazah prayer), but it is commonly used to refer to the full sequence of burial practices. These rites are a collective obligation (fard kifayah) upon Muslims; if some members of the community fulfill it, the obligation is lifted from the rest.
Given the urgency and unexpectedness of this service, we ask you email immediately and follow up with a phone call to the Services leads (201-602-8252).
cemetery details
Details:
ICHC Services Committee has worked with the community to reserve a section of FLMP dedicated for community members to be buried in when the time comes. To facilitate and speed up the process, we recommend those who are interested or have emailed their interest forms (sent previously via our ICHC weekly email) reach out directly to the cemetery and make their own contractual and payment arrangements.
At this time the ghusl services cannot be provided at ICHC but we have made arrangements at a local funeral home should you decide to choose to do ghusl locally and require services committee volunteers to perform the service. The recommended local, Flemington Funeral home is:
Holcomb-Fisher Funeral Services: (Jeff Bogart, Mark or Ryan) 147 Main Street, Flemington, Phone (908)-782-4343
The total average cost is around $ 2,500 but you will have to discuss costs with the funeral home directly. Note: This funeral home accepts credit card payments. Our team can direct you to local estasblished masajid where ghusl services and janazah prayer can be done.
Cost:
Contact at Cemetery for Purchasing Plots: Gioan Ha, [email protected], 609-888-1203 (off); 609-458-3927 (cell)
Cemetery Location: Fountain Lawn Memorial Park (FLMP) located at 545 Eggerts Crossing Rd, Ewing, NJ. The Non-Profit Cemetery is approximately 30 minutes from ICHC and has accommodations for Muslim burial.
ICHC Services Committee has worked with the community to reserve a section of FLMP dedicated for community members to be buried in when the time comes. To facilitate and speed up the process, we recommend those who are interested or have emailed their interest forms (sent previously via our ICHC weekly email) reach out directly to the cemetery and make their own contractual and payment arrangements.
At this time the ghusl services cannot be provided at ICHC but we have made arrangements at a local funeral home should you decide to choose to do ghusl locally and require services committee volunteers to perform the service. The recommended local, Flemington Funeral home is:
Holcomb-Fisher Funeral Services: (Jeff Bogart, Mark or Ryan) 147 Main Street, Flemington, Phone (908)-782-4343
The total average cost is around $ 2,500 but you will have to discuss costs with the funeral home directly. Note: This funeral home accepts credit card payments. Our team can direct you to local estasblished masajid where ghusl services and janazah prayer can be done.
Cost:
- The cost of one burial plot is $800.
- Payment terms that have been negotiated are 30% down payment; remaining balance to be paid over 2 years.
- These costs do not include burial costs as these could change over time.
- Payment can be made by credit card, check or bank account.
- Title for burial plot can be individual’s name.
- Burial plot can also be donated for management by Zakat committee as zakat/sadaqah jaariyah.
Contact at Cemetery for Purchasing Plots: Gioan Ha, [email protected], 609-888-1203 (off); 609-458-3927 (cell)
Cemetery Location: Fountain Lawn Memorial Park (FLMP) located at 545 Eggerts Crossing Rd, Ewing, NJ. The Non-Profit Cemetery is approximately 30 minutes from ICHC and has accommodations for Muslim burial.
Janazah guidelines
The Janazah practices are meant to show respect for the deceased, pray for their forgiveness, and help prepare them for the afterlife (Akhirah). The key steps involved in Janazah are as follows:
1. Ghusl (Ritual Washing)**: The body of the deceased is washed respectfully, usually by members of the same gender, with the intention of preparing it for burial. The washing typically follows a set number of odd times (three, five, or more if necessary) and includes a sequence of cleansing actions with water, and sometimes with soap or other cleaning agents. The mouth and the nose of the deceased are also cleaned.
2. Shrouding (Kafan)**: After the washing, the body is shrouded in clean, often white, cloths. The number of cloths used can vary, with three being common for men and five for women, but this can differ based on local customs and traditions.
3. Salat al-Janazah (Janazah Prayer)**: This is a congregational prayer (Salah) that is performed for the deceased. Unlike regular prayers, the Janazah prayer does not involve prostrations (sujood) or physical bowing (ruku). It is conducted while standing and consists of four Takbirs (saying "Allahu Akbar" - "God is the Greatest"). During the prayer, supplications are made for the forgiveness and mercy for the deceased, as well as prayers for all living and dead Muslims.
4. Burial (Dafn)**: The deceased is then taken to the burial site, and the body is laid in the grave. Islamic teachings emphasize burying the dead promptly after death, preferably before sunset on the same day or as soon as possible thereafter. The body is placed in the grave on its right side, facing the Qibla (the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca), which is the direction Muslims face during prayer.
5. Filling the Grave (Tadfeen)**: After placing the body in the grave, the grave is filled with soil. Family members and attendees may participate in this process by putting three handfuls of soil into the grave.
6. Dua (Supplication) for the Deceased**: After the burial, those present make dua (supplicate) for the deceased, asking Allah to forgive their sins and grant them a place in Paradise.
Islamic funeral rites are designed to be simple and without ostentation, to emphasize the equality of all individuals in death, regardless of their social status in life. It's also a communal event where the community provides support and condolences to the bereaved family, reinforcing the bonds of the Muslim community.
1. Ghusl (Ritual Washing)**: The body of the deceased is washed respectfully, usually by members of the same gender, with the intention of preparing it for burial. The washing typically follows a set number of odd times (three, five, or more if necessary) and includes a sequence of cleansing actions with water, and sometimes with soap or other cleaning agents. The mouth and the nose of the deceased are also cleaned.
2. Shrouding (Kafan)**: After the washing, the body is shrouded in clean, often white, cloths. The number of cloths used can vary, with three being common for men and five for women, but this can differ based on local customs and traditions.
3. Salat al-Janazah (Janazah Prayer)**: This is a congregational prayer (Salah) that is performed for the deceased. Unlike regular prayers, the Janazah prayer does not involve prostrations (sujood) or physical bowing (ruku). It is conducted while standing and consists of four Takbirs (saying "Allahu Akbar" - "God is the Greatest"). During the prayer, supplications are made for the forgiveness and mercy for the deceased, as well as prayers for all living and dead Muslims.
4. Burial (Dafn)**: The deceased is then taken to the burial site, and the body is laid in the grave. Islamic teachings emphasize burying the dead promptly after death, preferably before sunset on the same day or as soon as possible thereafter. The body is placed in the grave on its right side, facing the Qibla (the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca), which is the direction Muslims face during prayer.
5. Filling the Grave (Tadfeen)**: After placing the body in the grave, the grave is filled with soil. Family members and attendees may participate in this process by putting three handfuls of soil into the grave.
6. Dua (Supplication) for the Deceased**: After the burial, those present make dua (supplicate) for the deceased, asking Allah to forgive their sins and grant them a place in Paradise.
Islamic funeral rites are designed to be simple and without ostentation, to emphasize the equality of all individuals in death, regardless of their social status in life. It's also a communal event where the community provides support and condolences to the bereaved family, reinforcing the bonds of the Muslim community.