Like Jews and Christians, Muslims believe that the present life is only a trial
preparation for the next realm of existence. Basic articles of faith include:
the Day of Judgement, resurrection, Heaven and Hell. When a Muslim dies,
he or she is washed, usually by a family member, wrapped in a clean white
cloth, and buried with a simple prayer preferably the same day. Muslims
consider this one of the final services they can do for their relatives, and
an opportunity to remember their own brief existence here on earth. The
Prophet taught that three things can continue to help a person even after
death; charity which he had given, knowledge which he had taught and
prayers on their behalf by a righteous child.
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