Foundation of Janazah
What type of obligation is Salat al-Janazah?
Fard Kifayah
What is the wisdom behind no rukoo’ or sujood in Janazah prayer?
It emphasizes du’a over physical acts of worship, focusing on mercy for the deceased.
What is a key difference in the du‘ā for a woman?
changing the pronouns (e.g. له to لها)?
How much reward does one get for attending the Janazah prayer?
One Qirat
How many Takbirs are in Salat al-Janazah?
4
Why is Salat al-Janazah considered a gift exclusive to the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺ
No other nation was given a specific funeral prayer — it’s part of Allah’s mercy to this Ummah.
Can a woman lead Salat al-Janazah for other women only?
There is scholarly difference, but many say yes for women-only gatherings.
What lesson do we learn from the woman who cleaned the masjid?
every believer matters and is honored
What position is Salat al-Janazah prayed in?
Standing
What is the final action in Salat al-Janazah
Tasleem
What does Fard Kifayah teach us about collective responsibility in Islam?
That the community is spiritually and morally accountable for certain duties.
If praying Janazah for more than one person, how many prayers should be prayed?
One collective prayer, unless a special reason separates them.
Which Surah is recited after the first Takbir?
Fatiha
Translate: "اللَّهُمَّ اغْفِرْ لِحَيِّنَا وَمَيِّتِنَا
O Allah, forgive our living and our dead
What did the Prophet ﷺ say to clarify what a Qirat means?
Each Qirat is like the size of Mount Uhu
What is the ruling if someone misses the Janazah prayer — can they make it up?
Yes, it can be made up at the grave within a reasonable time
Who is Salat al-Janazah performed for?
A deceased muslim
What is recited after the second Takbir?
Salawat upon the Prophet
In the Hadith about 40 people interceding, what is the specific condition they must fulfill?
They must not associate any partners with Allah (pure tawheed).
f multiple bodies are present, how should they be arranged during Janazah?
Men closest to the Imam, then boys, then women and girls behind.