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Health & Funerals

Medicine, illness, death, funerals and Islamic wills. Short, honest answers for new Muslims.

Can I be cremated as a Muslim?

No. Cremation isn't allowed in Islam, and the body keeps its dignity after death. Here's why, and how converts can make their burial wishes clear.

Most scholars say Muslims are buried with Muslims, but Muslim sections exist in many Western cemeteries. Here's how to plan and write your will.

Not for forgiveness, according to the Quran, but you can still honor her. Here's what the Prophet felt for his mother and what you can do.

Yes, many scholars allow it. Here's what the Prophet did at non-Muslim funerals, what to skip, and what to say to your grieving family.