The Muslim section at Rookwood Cemetery
A traditional Muslim burial ground with thousands of interments, now with limited space remaining.
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Location
Muslim burial sections at Rookwood
Monument types
Muslim burial areas
What to know
Burial customs
Burial takes place as soon as possible, after ritual washing (ghusl), shrouding (kafan) and the funeral prayer (Salat al-Janazah). The deceased is buried facing the qibla; cremation is not permitted.
The headstone
Simplicity is valued; markers are typically modest and some sections keep graves plain. Timing is not ritualised.
Visiting
Graves are visited (ziyarah) to remember and pray for the deceased; ostentation is avoided.
Inscriptions
Arabic and English, often with a Qur'anic verse such as 'Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un' (to God we belong and to Him we return), with name and dates.
Headstone rules in this section
Islamic burial following prompt, simple rites, with graves oriented to the qibla, arranged with the relevant Muslim burial society.
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Frequently asked
Where is the Muslim section at Rookwood Cemetery?
Muslim burial sections at Rookwood
What are the headstone rules in this section?
Islamic burial following prompt, simple rites, with graves oriented to the qibla, arranged with the relevant Muslim burial society.
What are the visiting customs?
Graves are visited (ziyarah) to remember and pray for the deceased; ostentation is avoided.
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