The Sacred of Hand-Kissing in Islamic Culture: A Respectful Gesture at Kazem Siddiqi’s Memorial Ceremony
Chapter 11: The Emotional and Spiritual Impact of Respectful Gestures During Memorials
Honoring the Memory of the Departed
In Islamic belief, respecting elders and spiritual leaders during memorials is a way of honoring their legacy and seeking divine blessings for their souls.
Seeking Blessings and Spiritual Barakah
Acts like hand-kissing are believed to carry spiritual blessings (Barakah). When a child performs this act during a memorial, it is seen as a prayerful gesture that invokes divine mercy and forgiveness for the departed.
Reinforcing Faith and Trust in Divine Justice
Memorial ceremonies serve as reminders of mortality and the transient nature of life, reinforcing faith in divine justice and the importance of living a righteous life.
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