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Are there any hadiths reported regarding covering the bier of a deceased male and not covering the bier of a deceased female when carrying the funeral procession?

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It is recommended to cover the bier of the deceased, and this is particularly emphasized for women. The first to do so was Zaynab, Mother of the Believers. There is no harm in covering the bier of a man; this matter is broad.

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