Sholat jenazah or funeral prayer is a mandatory obligation for Muslims to perform when a fellow Muslim has passed away. It is important to know the correct way of performing sholat jenazah as it is an act of ibadah or worship. One of the most common questions that arise when it comes to sholat jenazah is whether or not one can perform it as a masbuk. In this article, we will discuss the do’s and don’ts of masbuk sholat jenazah.
What is Masbuk?
Masbuk is a term used to describe a person who missed a part of the congregational prayer and joined the prayer in progress. In the context of sholat jenazah, a person is considered masbuk if they missed one or more raka’ahs or units of prayer.
Can a Masbuk Perform Sholat Jenazah?
Yes, a masbuk can perform sholat jenazah. However, there are certain rules that need to be followed.
Do’s of Masbuk Sholat Jenazah
1. Join the prayer in progress and stand behind the imam.
2. Follow the movements of the imam, but do not recite any of the takbir or dua out loud.
3. If you missed one or more raka’ahs, make up the missed raka’ahs after the imam completes the prayer. For example, if the imam is performing the second raka’ah and you missed the first raka’ah, join the imam in the second raka’ah and perform the first raka’ah after the imam completes the prayer.
4. If you missed more than one raka’ah, perform the missed raka’ahs after the imam completes the prayer. For example, if the imam is performing the third raka’ah and you missed the first and second raka’ahs, join the imam in the third raka’ah and perform the first and second raka’ahs after the imam completes the prayer.
5. If you are unsure about how many raka’ahs you missed, consult with the imam after the prayer.
Don’ts of Masbuk Sholat Jenazah
1. Do not recite any of the takbir or dua out loud.
2. Do not perform the missed raka’ahs during the prayer. Wait until after the imam completes the prayer.
Conclusion
Performing sholat jenazah as a masbuk is permissible, but it is important to follow the rules mentioned above. It is also important to remember that sholat jenazah is an act of ibadah and should be performed with sincerity and humility. May Allah SWT guide us all to the straight path and grant us the ability to perform all acts of ibadah correctly.