Condolences for the deceased before burial
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The first question of Fatwa number ( 18973 )
Q 1: Is it permissible to offer condolences for the deceased before burial with evidence?
A 1 : It is prescribed to offer condolences for the deceased before or after burial, as there is no evidence specifying a time for it. The purpose is to console the bereaved, which makes condolences permissible at any time. It is authentically reported from the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him): . And success is from Allah, and may Allah send prayers and blessings upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his Companions.
Q 1: Is it permissible to offer condolences for the deceased before burial with evidence?
A 1 : It is prescribed to offer condolences for the deceased before or after burial, as there is no evidence specifying a time for it. The purpose is to console the bereaved, which makes condolences permissible at any time. It is authentically reported from the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him):
That he (peace and blessings be upon him) offered condolences to one of his daughters for her child before he was buried
أنه عزى إحدى بناته في طفلها قبل أن يدفن
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www.alifta.gov.sa
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