The Complete Guide to Janazah Prayer for Women: Rules and Significance
Hello, dear readers! In this article, I will explain key aspects of Janazah prayer, focusing specifically on the Janazah prayer for women. It is important to note that there are some differences between the Janazah prayer for men and women. Understanding these differences is crucial, and that's why I've written this article. Make sure to read until the end for a complete explanation.
Below, I will explain some essential aspects of the Janazah prayer for women:
The Meaning of Janazah Prayer for Women
The important point I'll discuss is the meaning of the Janazah prayer for women. There are notable differences between the Janazah prayer for men and women, which Muslims must understand.
How to Perform Salatul Ghaib
In general, Janazah prayer for women refers to the prayer performed for the deceased woman's body. The main difference between the Janazah prayer for women and that for men lies in the Imam's position and the readings during the prayer. I will elaborate on these differences in the following sections.
The Importance of Janazah Prayer for Women
There is no difference in the virtue between the Janazah prayer for women and men. Both prayers offer great rewards for those who perform them. The reward is compared to the size of the Qirath mountain.
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We find an explanation of the virtue of Janazah prayer in the following hadith:
عَنْ أَبِيْ هُرَيْرَةُ رَضِيَ اللهُ عَنْهُ قَالَ ؛ قَالَ رَسُوْلُ اللهِ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ ؛ مَنْ شَهِدَ الْجَنَازَةَ حَتَّى يُصَلِّيَ عَلَيْهَا فَلَهُ قِيْرَاطٌ ، وَمَنْ شَهِدَهَا حَتَّى تُدْفَنَ فَلَهُ قِيْرَطَانِ . قِيْلَ ؛ وَمَا الْقِيْرَاطَانِ ؟ قَالَ ؛ مِثْلُ الْجَبَلَيْنِ الْعَظِيْمَيْنِ . مُتَّفَقٌ عَلَيْهِ
"From Abu Hurairah radliyallahu anhu, he said, 'Messenger of Allah sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam said, "Whoever attends the Janazah until he prays for it, will receive a reward equal to one Qirath. And whoever attends until the body is buried will receive two Qiraths." They asked, "What are the two Qiraths?" He replied, "They are like two huge mountains." The hadith is narrated by al-Bukhari and Muslim."
Janazah Prayer Guide for Women
There are several key things you must understand about the Janazah prayer for women. Without this knowledge, performing the prayer properly may be difficult. If you do not fully understand these points, please continue reading this article.
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Here are the key aspects to keep in mind:
Position of the Imam in Janazah Prayer for Women
The position of the Imam differs in the Janazah prayer for women compared to men. If a male Imam leads the Janazah prayer for a woman, he should stand in the middle of her body.
We find this explanation of the Imam's position in the following hadith:
عَنْ سَمْرَةَ بْنِ جَنْدَبْ رَضِيَ اللهُ عَنْهُ قَالَ ؛ صَلَّيْتُ وَرَاءَ النَّبِيِّ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ عَلَى امْرَأَةٍ مَاتَتْ فِيْ نِفَاسِهَا فَقَامَ وَسَطَهَا . مُتَّفَقٌ عَلَيْهِ
"From Samrah bin Janbad radliyallahu anhu, he said, 'I prayed behind the Prophet sallallaahu alayhi wa sallam for a woman who passed away in the postpartum period. He stood in the middle of the woman.' This hadith is narrated by al-Bukhari and Muslim."
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Niyyah for Janazah Prayer for Women
Niyyah (intention) is a fundamental aspect of Islamic actions. It also plays an essential role in Janazah prayers.
There are two types of Janazah prayers: direct (حضور) and indirect (غائب). The Niyyah for each differs. Below are the Niyyah statements for both situations:
For the Imam leading the direct Janazah prayer for a woman
أُصَلِّي عَلَى هَذِهِ الْمَيِّتَةِ أَرْبَعَ تَكْبِيرَاتٍ فَرْضَ الْكِفَايَةِ أَدَاءً إِمَامًا لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
"I intend to pray for the corpse of this female with four takbirs, fardh kifayah, done now, by becoming Imam for the sake of Allah."
The Position of Imam in Janazah Prayer
For the Makmum (follower) in the direct Janazah prayer for a woman
أُصَلِّي عَلَى هَذِهِ الْمَيِّتَةِ أَرْبَعَ تَكْبِيرَاتٍ فَرْضَ الْكِفَايَةِ أَدَاءً مَاْمُوْمًا لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
"I intend to pray for the corpse of this female with four takbirs, fardh kifayah, done now, by becoming a Makmum for the sake of Allah."
For the Imam leading the indirect Janazah prayer for a woman
أُصَلِّي عَلَى هَذِهِ الْمَيِّتَةِ أَرْبَعَ تَكْبِيرَاتٍ فَرْضَ الْكِفَايَةِ غَائِبًا إِمَامًا لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
"I intend to pray for the corpse of this female with four takbirs, fardh kifayah, done indirectly, by becoming Imam for the sake of Allah."
For the Makmum in the indirect Janazah prayer for a woman
أُصَلِّي عَلَى هَذِهِ الْمَيِّتَةِ أَرْبَعَ تَكْبِيرَاتٍ فَرْضَ الْكِفَايَةِ غَائِبًا مَاْمُوْمًا لِلَّهِ تَعَالَى
"I intend to pray for the corpse of this female with four takbirs, fardh kifayah, done indirectly, by becoming Makmum for the sake of Allah."
Readings in Janazah Prayer for Women
The readings during Janazah prayer for women differ in each Rak'ah (unit of prayer). Here's a breakdown of the specific prayers recited:
After the First Takbir in Janazah Prayer for Women
You should recite Surah Al-Fatihah. (The explanation of Surah Al-Fatihah is not needed here as it is widely understood.)
After the Second Takbir in Janazah Prayer for Women
You should recite Salawat, a prayer for the Prophet Muhammad (saw). The common Salawat recited during Janazah prayer is:
اللَّهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَى مَحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ كَمَا صَلَّيْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيم ، وَبَارِكْ عَلَى مُحَمَّدٍ وَعَلَى آلِ مُحَمَّدٍ ، كَمَا بَارَكْتَ عَلَى إِبْرَاهِيم فِي الْعَالَمِيْنَ إِنَّكَ حَمِيْدٌ مَجِيْدٌ
"O Allah, send blessings upon Muhammad and the family of Muhammad as You sent blessings upon Ibrahim and the family of Ibrahim. Truly, You are Praiseworthy, Glorious."
After the Third Takbir in Janazah Prayer for Women
Recite the general supplication for the deceased:
اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لَهَا وَارْحَمْهَا وَعَافِهَا وَاعْفُ عَنْهَا
"O Allah, forgive her, have mercy on her, grant her peace, and pardon her."
After the Fourth Takbir in Janazah Prayer for Women
Recite the concluding prayer:
اللَّهُمَّ لَا تَحْرِمْنَا أَجْرَهَا وَلَا تَفْتِنَّا بَعْدَهَا وَاغْفِرْ لَنَا وَلَها
"O Allah, do not deprive us of her reward, do not cause trial after her, and forgive us and her."
That's a complete explanation of the Janazah prayer for women. Do you understand everything? Please do not hesitate to ask if you have further questions.
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