Regarding Cremation
What is the Islamic stance on cremation?
Tariq HaashmiMay 20051 min
What is the Islamic stance on cremation?
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After reading your answer on this issue, I am deeply interested in knowing the arguments of your viewpoint. Please furnish them at your earliest convenience.