Last Rites for My Sayang: Muslim Funeral Rites with Hadi Osni
Researcher Hadi Osni will guide participants through the essential components of Islamic funerals, including the rituals surrounding washing and shrouding the body, prayers, and burial practices.
About the Programme
- What You'll Do
- Meet Your Host
- More Details
What You'll Do
Join Hadi Osni in this informative session that delves into the significance of Muslim funeral rites and their cultural implications. Hadi will guide participants through the essential components of Islamic funerals, including the rituals surrounding washing and shrouding the body, prayers, and burial practices.
Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the beliefs and traditions that shape these rites, reflecting the values of respect, compassion, and community. This event highlights the importance of honouring the deceased while providing comfort to grieving families, showcasing how Muslim funeral customs serve as a meaningful farewell to loved ones.
Meet Your Host
Hadi Osni is a researcher with a focus on cultural heritage, memory, and architecture, particularly within Malay and Baweanese communities. He earned his Ph.D. from the National University of Singapore, where his research centered on reconstructing lost architectural heritage using the memories of former residents. His work often bridges traditional practices with contemporary perspectives, exploring themes such as community resilience, mutual aid, and the cultural significance of everyday spaces. Beyond his academic pursuits, Hadi actively engages in community heritage projects.
In this session, Hadi will draw on his extensive research to offer insights into Muslim funeral practices, shedding light on their cultural context and evolving traditions.
More Details
Attire
- Participants are encouraged to dress comfortably and wear covered shoes.
What to bring?
- Participants should bring along an umbrella and a bottle of water.
- Please ensure that you bring along any personal medication. Asthmatic individuals are reminded to bring their inhaler.
Other important information
- Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour for registration. To be fair to all participants, we will not wait for latecomers.
- The event will proceed rain or shine.
- Parking is available at Chinatown Complex. Alternative parking is available at Chinatown Point and Maxwell Food Centre.
- The venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Photography is allowed during the event.
Terms and Conditions
- All ticket sales are final. There will be no refund if you wish to cancel your tickets.
- Each ticket admits only one participant.
- By agreeing to participate in the tour, every participant will be responsible for any injury, loss of damage due to careIessness of other actions on his/her part or that of children under his/her charge.
- Videos and photographs may also be taken during the event. By registering for this event, you give My Community full rights to use the photos for marketing and publicity.
Time and Duration
Days & Dates
Sunday, 10 November 2024
Ticket Price
(excluding Eventbrite service fee)
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