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What is the importance of observing a 40-day mourning period for the deceased?

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What is the importance of observing a 40-day mourning period for the deceased?
Zaid Alsalami, Shaykh Dr Zaid Alsalami is an Iraqi born scholar, raised in Australia. He obtained a BA from Al-Mustafa University, Qom, and an MA from the Islamic College in London. He also obtained a PhD from... Answered 1 year ago

Bismihi ta'ala

In the sunnah of Islam, mourning of a deceased is for three days only. The only exclusive exemption is Imam Husain (a.s.), and the important event of 'Arbaeen. 

Yes, there are cultural practices, for Fatiha ceremonies, like the 7th day, 40th day, and one year passing of the deceased, but these are just customary traditions. 

And Allah knows best.

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