Janazah and Burial Services

Cemetery with four headstones in ground with trees and gate in background

Al-Tawheed Islamic Cemetery

Al-Tawheed Islamic Cemeterywas established in 2021 by the Islamic Awareness Center (IAC) of Binghamton. It is located in Johnson City, NY and is an approximate 15 minute drive from Masjid Al-Tawheed.
The cemetery is maintained by a knowledgeable caring staff, ensuring the grounds are well kept and the graves are properly respected.

“O soul that are at rest! Return to your Lord, well-pleased (with him), well-pleasing (Him), So enter among My servants, And enter into My garden.” (Quran, 89:27-30)

Services

Planning

An Islamic funeral is believed to be a very spiritual occasion. One significant funeral rite in the Islamic faith is that burial takes place as quickly as possible after death. Therefore making arrangements with family and/or the IAC beforehand gives you time to consider all of your options and make sure that you’re covering all of the necessary details. Additional information on Islamic will preparation are available.

Ghusl Al-Mayyit

Upon the subsequent release of the deceased, a funeral attendant will transport the deceased to the Masjid where ghusl al-mayyit is performed prior to Al-Kaffan.

Medical table for ghusl in room that has tan tile on floor and walls

Janazah

The funeral prayer is led by the Imam or a family member of the deceased. It is performed without an Athan or an Iqamah. It contains four takberat and does not include any Ruko’ or Sujood.

We strive to offer these services at affordable prices and to adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards and to serve all cultures while staying faithful to Islam teachings. For questions regarding pricing, please contact us.

General Cemetery Policies

Burials in caskets are not permitted in Islamic funerals.
Headstones are prepared and installed by Masjid Al-Tawheed.
Sunnah prohibits anything from being placed in or on the grave including plants or flowers. Any alterations made to the grave will be removed.

Gate with two stone pillars leading into a cemetery

Family, friends, and community members of all faiths are welcome at the funeral service held at the masjid.
Muslims believe it is a rewarding effort to attend and participate in a funeral. Thus it’s not unusual for Muslims to attend the funeral of someone they don’t know.

“Every being on earth is bound to perish. Only you Lord Himself, full of Majesty and Honor, will remain forever.” – Surah Ar-Rahman – 26 – 30