Hello brothers and sisters. I have a question. I have recently converted to Islam. I am Mexican and in our culture we have this holiday that is callled Day of the Dead. It is when we pray for the sake of our dead, also we arrange food on the table, flowers and candles, then we eat the next night. Is this something that I can still do? I mean I will be praying to Allah for my beloved dead.
2007-09-14 12:54:07 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes Ali, Allah has. I have converted along with 2,000 other mexicans south of the border. There is a region in Mexico. The state is called Chiapas, where Islam is growing by the numbers. I am really happy with this new way of life.
2007-09-14 13:11:52 · update #1
Thank you knowing gnostic.
2007-09-14 13:15:49 · update #2
u can pray for them all the year around, but without previous intention of specifying a specific day. similar idea, mother's day 21 March, we obey mother all the year not only in this specific day (means this DATE has no islamic origin).
u r welcome to islam :)
2007-09-14 21:18:35 · answer #1 · answered by inflammatory_exudate 5 · 4⤊ 1⤋
as-salaam aleikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh,
Mabrook (congratulations) on becoming Muslim sister!
like most everyone is saying, this holiday is one you cannot celebrate anymore now that you are Muslim. I do know that depending on the region you are from, it is either just a day of families gathering and enjoying lots of food and time together, and in other places, it is a very religious celebration. But, the origins of this holiday was religious and today it is now mixed with the Catholic holiday of Día de Todos Santos.
We can keep cultural practices as long as they do not go against Islam, and unfortunately, Dios de los Muertos was and still is a non-Muslim religious celebration so it goes against Islam.
I totally know how hard it is to have to stop when it is all around you and you have been doing it for so many years... I am half Japanese and the Japanese have a celebration to honor the dead called O-bon or Bon Festival. It is a Buddhist celebration although even non-Buddhist families in Japan celebrate it as well. Families get together and go to clean and decorate graves and make prayers for them. Then there is also a dance festival that is celebrated for the dead called Bon Odori.
It is soooo fun but I had to stop celebrating it too. You may have some family who will get offended if you don't celebrate it. They won't understand why you won't and will tell you it is no big deal for you to celebrate it with them(even some of my family just don't understand why I can't celebrate it anymore).
inshallah you will have an easy time breaking away from this cultural practice sis. It was not too hard for me, but even after 5 years of being a Muslim I do miss all of the fun dancing and celebrations.
May Allah replace this with something better for you!
2007-09-14 14:47:23 · answer #2 · answered by Twizzle 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Bismillahi Rahmani Rahim
Salaam Alaikum wa Rahmatullah
May Allah bless you and keep you on the Straight Path. I don't know all the details of this holiday, but I know it does have some parts which are really pagan in nature. I would advise you to refrain from participating as much as possible. Instead, concentrate on the fasting month of Ramadan and ask Allah to guide those of your relatives who are still living. Concentrate on learning as much as you can about your religion so that you can serve as a positive role model for them.
Definitely stay away from any ceremonies that involve a parade with statues, or ceremonies with statues that are supposedly of Jesus or Mary, since this is not permissible in Islam. Stay away from where people are praying in Jesus' name as you now know that Allah is the only One to whom we should direct our prayers.
May Allah help you to practice your Islam in peace.
Fi Aman Allah,
Nancy Umm Abdel Hamid
2007-09-14 14:11:36 · answer #3 · answered by UmmAbdelHamid 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
all I know is that prophet Muhammad didn't do that if you want to pray for the dead you can do it any other day Allah is always here why choose this day this is something you did when you weren't Muslim now you are and you know that you can pray anytime you want.
there is no such thing as the day of dead in Islam so be careful
may Allah guide you to the right path and forgive your sin and all Muslims
2007-09-14 13:27:29 · answer #4 · answered by sopa 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
no sister , that is n't allowed in Islam.
what we ppl who still alive could pray for the dead at any time doing charities to their souls ..and they should be Muslims too sister.
the reason i told u that isn't right cuz that is cultural and not from religion besides , that is called bedaa i donnu what does it mean in english but it is when u do something and introduce it to the religion and it isn't from it although it is similar !also we aren't ordered honey to follow non Muslims , especially in the religious rituals and stuff, Islam has its unique features and Muslims has his own unique character.
wish i 've made it clear.
may Allah have mercy on all the dead and guide us to his straight path.
peace and happy Ramadan.
2007-09-14 13:02:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-20 00:54:32 · answer #6 · answered by manca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's best to keep the Du'aa for those you love during the whole year, because God's mercy is not limited to just one Single Day. But if you go on this specific day and Make Du'aa and Prayer for them then that is still acceptable, just keep in mind that THIS specific day has no advantage on any other, because God's forgivness is present at all times, everyday...
Peace and have a blessed Ramadan
2007-09-14 13:05:48 · answer #7 · answered by B 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No you're not allowed to be celebrating any other holiday besides the 2 Eids. If you want to pray for the Dead you can make dua for them.
2007-09-14 12:58:16 · answer #8 · answered by Lubna 3 · 5⤊ 0⤋
GOD knows what is truly in your heart.Mexicans have a culture and tradition that is part of who they are too.
Let your heart be your guide and let it be true.
By the way Mexicans are some of the most humble people on the planet . Welcome.
2007-09-14 13:22:27 · answer #9 · answered by SoulKeeper 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Fourteenth of Sha'baan, the month before the month of fasting is usually dedicated for people to pray for the dead and ask for forgiveness for their sins. Symbolically you are praying for them, but it also helps yourself to avoid committing sins that keep you from reaching your goals of spirituality.
Do not forget to ask the Holy One for your own salvation and to make you get closer to Him Almighty. As close as possible to His Divine presence that you are capable of reaching.
2007-09-14 13:08:08 · answer #10 · answered by NQV 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋