Reference: I’laam al-Mu’aasireen bi-Fataawa Ibn ‘Uthaymeen – Page 105
Question: When washing the [body of the] deceased, and before shrouding [the deceased’s body] the bathers place his right hand over his left upon his torso – like in prayer. Is this act legislated?
Response: This act is not legislated; Instead, [prior to shrouding] the deceased’s hands are to be placed by either side of him.
