Gain the essential knowledge and confidence to fulfill one of the most important communal obligations in Islam. The Janazah Workshop: Knowledge & Practice offers a comprehensive, hands-on training to prepare you for the solemn responsibility of dealing with death.

Topics Covered: Death and Burial, Janazah Rites, Ghusl (Washing), Kafan (Shrouding), Janazah Salah (Funeral Prayer), and Funeral and Grave Etiquette.

Schedule:

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Workshop Sessions (Knowledge)

5:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Asr Prayer

5:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Snack Break

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Hands-on Ghusl Practice with Dummies (Practice)

Location: DCA Auditorium & Ghusl Room

Equip yourself with the necessary knowledge and practical skills for the final rites in Islam. Attend the Janazah Workshop and learn the proper etiquette and practice for Ghusl, Kafan, and Janazah Salah.

Diyanet Center of America

The Janazah Workshop: Knowledge & Practice

The Diyanet Center of America, also known as the Turkish American Community Center, is a welcoming Islamic center located in Lanham, Maryland. Established in 1995, it serves the Sunni Muslim community and aims to provide clear and factual knowledge about Islam. The center emphasizes the importance of faith, worship, and moral principles while fostering values of justice, peace, and mutual understanding.

This mosque is designed with families in mind. It is kid-friendly and offers a range of services including the five daily prayers, Jumu'ah prayers, and special programs for both men and women, such as weekly Halaqas. The Diyanet Center also hosts Islamic education for children through its weekend school, ensuring that younger members of the community can learn about their faith in a supportive environment.

For visitors and worshippers, the center provides accessible facilities. There are separate prayer spaces for women and amenities such as Odhu facilities and parking available on the premises. The center strives to create an inclusive and comfortable environment for everyone who visits.

The Janazah Workshop: Knowledge & Practice

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