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Customs for Mourning in the Muslim Community

How to help an Islamic friend who is grieving
Posted on April 28, 2016 by Debra L. Stang (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

We live in an increasingly multicultural society. At some point, you will probably have a loved one, friend, or co-worker of the Muslim faith who loses a loved one to death. Knowing Muslim mourning customs can help you be more … Continue reading →

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Ramadan Funeral Traditions

What happens when someone dies during this Muslim holy month?
Posted on June 18, 2015 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

This year’s Ramadan observance starts today and lasts until July 16. People around the world celebrate the tradition with a set of guidelines passed down for generations. For Muslims, Ramadan is a month of reflection and willpower. To commemorate Muhammad … Continue reading →

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Death Rituals in Somalia

Precise steps to ensure deceased loved ones pass from this life and on to the next
Posted on June 27, 2013 by Katie Ryan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In Somalia, a small country on the eastern coast of Africa, the people follow specific protocol after a loved one has died to ensure they pass on to the afterlife. The first step is to bury the loved one’s body … Continue reading →

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