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Did the truthful one commit a sin or cause harm to his deceased grandfather by untying the bind from his mouth after the washing, knowing that this was done out of ignorance on his part?

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It is recommended to tie the jaw of the deceased after the soul has departed so that the mouth does not remain open. Your friend's action does not entail sin because it is a dereliction of a recommended act, and he is excused due to his ignorance.

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