وَيُوَجَّهُ إِلَى الْقِبْلَةِ
Translation: The deceased is turned toward the qiblah.
The body is laid on its right side so that the face is toward the qiblah. This final orientation is distinct from the direction of the procession or the side used to lower the body.
The rule expresses reverence and the orientation of Muslim worship while preserving safe placement.
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Funerals: Carrying the Bier, Lahd and Burial
وَيُوَجَّهُ إِلَى الْقِبْلَةِ
Translation: The deceased is turned toward the qiblah.
The body is laid on its right side so that the face is toward the qiblah. This final orientation is distinct from the direction of the procession or the side used to lower the body.
The rule expresses reverence and the orientation of Muslim worship while preserving safe placement.