One of the most difficult times in life is the moment of losing a loved one, and here it is necessary to participate in offering condolences and sympathy to the family of the deceased, whether he was a relative or friend, by attending the funeral or attending the funeral home, in order to support his family and children, and to attend sad occasions such as condolences, rules and principles set by etiquette and explained by Hala Al-Azab, Etiquette and Human Relations Expert:

Respect misfortunes:

In her interview with Youm7, the etiquette expert said: “It is not correct to make phone calls to chat or to work at the time of offering condolences. It is also inappropriate to laugh during the funeral. Also, side conversations and private chats between mourners are among the most annoying and annoying things for mourners. Also, disrespect for their sorrows and their painful affliction, so you must take into account the prestige of the situation and the feelings of others.

Parents’ handshake:

When shaking hands with the family of the deceased, there is no need for violent handshakes, hugs, and kisses in excess of what is normal. It is preferable not to touch due to the large number of mourners, so that they are not overburdened. Also, this important point is one of the most important rules of public health in gatherings.

Condolence clothes:

And she explains: “As for clothes for offering condolences, we may find wrong theories among many women in particular. Wearing the perfect jewelry is not considered one of the rules of etiquette for offering condolences. It is an adornment and adornment is not correct in times of mourning. Also, revealing clothes and thin fabrics such as silk and chiffon are also not correct to wear clothes embroidered with stones.” Shiny, under the pretext that its colors are suitable for mourning, but the mourners should wear clothes with calm cuts in black, provided that it is clean and well-groomed. Likewise, shoes for both women and men should be cleaned and wear clean socks.

personal cleanliness:

And she says: “Personal hygiene is one of the most important rules. It is necessary to pay attention to the general hygiene of the body in order to increase self-confidence when there are large numbers of mourners.

Funeral rules

Attend the funeral