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Title: Buying a Plot of Land for Burial
Post by: Reader Questions on May 17, 2013, 11:50:59 PM

Dear Br. Joseph,

Assamu Alaikum.   I know some people bought their own plot where they wish to be buried after their death.  Is it right to do so ?

Title: Re: Buying a Plot of Land for Burial
Post by: Joseph Islam on May 17, 2013, 11:52:46 PM

May peace be with you.

In my humble opinion, this is not a religious matter but a personal preference.

Of course no soul knows where and in which country they will die (31:34). However, the matter of the place of burial of the body is a choice and arguably not governed by Quranic decree.

I hope that helps, God willing.
Joseph