Is it permissible to shroud a deceased woman in silk fabric?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Funerals

Book 7 · Issue 2 · Bab 1

Open in Qurani

Primary text

There are two possibilities regarding shrouding a woman in silk; the more analogous ruling permits it because silk is a form of attire for her in life. However, it is disliked because she has transitioned beyond being an object of adornment and desire.