Kaffan-Shroud for Male

Kafan is referred to a length of cloth in which a deceased is wrapped and buried. Shrouding should start immediately after washing the body of the deceased. It is recommended to use white sheets from inexpensive material. Extravagance is not recommended in the Kafan (Shroud). All measurements may vary depending on the stature of the deceased. THE KAFAN OF A MALE The Kafan of a male should consist of three white wrapping sheets, and 4 tie ropes Outer sheet – Lifafah Second sheet – Izaar Third sheet – Qamees (shirt) 3-4 ties 2 smaller sheets (satar) used cover the private parts (auwra) one before and the other after ghusl THE KAFAN OF A FEMALE The Kafan of a female should consist of five white garments and 4 ties Outermost sheet – Lifafah Second sheet – Sinaband – to cover from under armpits to thighs Third sheet – Izaar Fourth layer – Qamees Last piece – Orni – to cover head and hair 3-4 ties 2 smaller sheets (satar) used cover the private parts one before and the other after ghusl