Namaz e Janaza Ki Dua

In Islam, a believer’s journey doesn’t end with death. The Namaz e Janaza (a funeral prayer) is a significant ritual of the last rites as it’s the last goodbye, showing love, respect, and prayers to the departed soul. It is obligatory (Fard Kifayah) to offer this prayer and to ask Allah's forgiveness for the deceased. Here we will show you a detailed and eagle's eye view on the significance,e method, and the elaborate wording of namaz e janaza ki dua.

Meaning and Importance of Namaz e Janaza

Namaz e Janaza is a congregation of the Muslim community that prays for the dead. It is not a mere ritual, but a sincere supplication to Allah (SWT) to bless the soul with His mercy and compassion in the Hereafter. Though everyone doesn’t need to recite the Namaz e Janaza ki dua, someone in the community must, so “­everyone gets represented.”

The prayer also serves as a reminder that life is temporary and that we must prepare for the day of judgement.

Steps to Perform Namaz e Janaza

Namaz e Janaza has four Takbeers and is prayed while standing. It is one of the short Salahs, but unlike others, no Ruku’ or Sujood is offered in this Salah.

• First Takbeer: When the Imam is about to start his Khutbah (sermon), he says the first Takbeer, and the Jilt (preaching of the Khutbah) is also said.
• Takbeer-e-Qunoot Second Takbeer: Durood-e-Ibrahim is recited, and blessings are sent to the Prophet (SAW).
• Third Takbeer: Recite the Janaza ki dua for the dead.
• 4th Takbeer: Tasleem (salaam to the right and left).

Significance of Namaz Janaza Ki Dua

Recitation of namaz e janaza ki dua is a spiritual present we provide to those who have passed away, rather than merely an obligation. Attending burials and giving the prayer was strongly advised by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. It reminds us of our mortality and offers great benefits.

Moreover, according to several Hadiths, the forgiveness of the dead rises as more people give janaza ki dua.