Fiqih: Tata Cara Mengkafani Jenazah Perempuan | NU Online

Summary

This video provides a detailed guide on the proper procedure for wrapping a deceased woman's body in a shroud (kafan) according to Islamic tradition. The process includes using five white pieces of cloth, ensuring the body is covered entirely while maintaining respect for modesty. Key steps include measuring the fabric, folding the garments, securing the body with ties, and placing fragrant substances on the shroud. Special attention is given to the correct positioning of the body and handling of the garments to ensure everything remains in place. The guide also touches on modifications for specific circumstances, such as when the deceased is in ihram.

Takeaways

• 😀 The primary obligation when someone passes away is to properly wrap and bury the deceased, particularly a woman, with a kafan (shroud).
• 😀 A complete shroud for a woman consists of 5 pieces of white cloth, which should include two layers for the head covering, a sarong, and a dress. Using non-white cloth is considered makruh (discouraged).
• 😀 The 5 layers of the kafan are not required to individually cover the whole body, but the combined layers should cover every part of the body.
• 😀 The cloth pieces should be cut according to the body size of the deceased, with a little extra to allow for tying.
• 😀 The kafan should be tied with 5 long strips of cloth, placed on the right side of the body, and tied securely to prevent the kafan from shifting during the funeral procession.
• 😀 The kafan layers should be laid out systematically: the first layer slightly shifted to the right, the second shifted to the left, then the dress should be placed in alignment with the body.
• 😀 The head covering (kerudung) and sarong should be placed on top as the final layer.
• 😀 Fragrance should be applied to the kafan once it has been properly arranged and laid out.
• 😀 The body should be gently placed on the arranged kafan, ensuring the body's private parts remain covered throughout the process.
• 😀 The hands should be placed together, with the right hand over the left, but this is not mandatory according to the Shafi'i school of thought.
• 😀 If the deceased was in a state of ihram, the face should remain uncovered and the kafan should be tied in a way that it can easily be untied later for burial, with the tie placed on the left side.

Q & A

What is the minimum requirement for wrapping the body of a deceased woman in Islam?

The minimum requirement is to wrap the body in a cloth that covers the entire body and, if possible, the face of the deceased, provided she is not in a state of Ihram.

How many pieces of cloth are used in the proper Islamic burial for a woman?

Five pieces of white cloth are used for wrapping the deceased woman, which includes two layers for the headscarf, sarong, and shirt.

What happens if cloth other than white is used for wrapping the body?

Using cloth other than white is considered makruh (discouraged), though it does not invalidate the burial process.

What should be done to the cloth pieces before they are used for wrapping?

The cloth pieces should be cut to the appropriate size for the deceased, with a little extra length to allow for tying the cloth securely around the body.

How are the cloth pieces arranged when wrapping the deceased?

The first cloth is spread slightly to the right of the body, and the second cloth is spread slightly to the left. The shirt, sarong, and headscarf are then arranged in layers on top.

What is the purpose of tying the cloth pieces with string?

The string is used to secure the cloth in place, ensuring that the kafan (shroud) remains intact and does not become disarranged during transport.

How should the hands be positioned during the wrapping process?

The hands should be placed with the right hand over the left, a position that is generally not mandatory in the Shafi'i school of thought, although some may choose to keep the hands together.

What should be done to the body after the kafan is arranged?

After the kafan is arranged, it is important to place some fragrance on the cloth, and ensure that the body is gently placed on the kafan with care so that the private parts are not exposed.

How should the body be handled if the deceased was in a state of Ihram?

If the deceased was in a state of Ihram, the face should remain uncovered as Ihram prohibits covering the face.

What is the significance of tying the body with a knot after the kafan is completed?

The knot should be tied on the left side of the body to facilitate easy removal when the body is placed in the grave. It is important that the knot is easy to untie, as the body will be facing the Qibla in the grave.