Muslim Burial Organization of Los Angeles (MBOLA)

Commemorative Practices in Shia Tradition

Inconjunction with burial arrangements, MBOLA recognizes the importance of commemorative practices in the Shia tradition. Observances such as ‘Chahal’ (the fortieth day after death) and ‘Sadeqah’ (charitable acts performed in memory of the deceased) serve to reinforce familial and societal bonds while perpetuating the legacy of the deceased. The organization encourages families to establish commemorative practices that are consistent with Shia teachings, fostering remembrance and honoring the departed in a manner resonant with Islamic culture.

Through its resources and community outreach programs, MBOLA facilitates these commemorative rituals, ensuring they are executed with the appropriate decorum and in alignment with Islamic guidelines. This aligns with the Shia belief that prayers and good deeds can benefit the deceased in the hereafter, reinforcing the communal obligation to remember and pray for loved ones no longer among us.