Islamic group prayed for Sinead O’Connor at ‘moving and spiritual’ funeral
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inead O’Connor had a “moving and private” funeral that includes Islamic prayers forward of a funeral procession alongside a waterfront in Ireland.
The Chief Imam on the Islamic Centre of Ireland, who delivered Sinead O’Connor’s funeral prayer, mentioned O’Connor “never moved away from God” not like others who’ve “difficulties and trials” of their lives.
Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadri informed the PA news company: “The funeral was obviously private (for) the family and it was a very moving ceremony and I think it really reflected the beautiful personality of Sinead.
“It was very spiritual and it reflected her Irish identity as well as her Muslim identity.
“So I was with the members of the Muslim community and we performed the Janazah prayer, which is the Islamic funeral prayer, over Sinead.”
Her funeral was attended by a number of political figures together with President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and musicians comparable to U2 frontman Bono and Bob Geldof.
Following the service, the hearse bearing O’Connor’s coffin handed by her former dwelling in Bray, Co Wicklow as tons of of followers lined the streets.
Dr Umar Al-Qadri helped convert O’Connor – who modified her title to Shuhada’ Davitt, later Shuhada Sadaqat – to Islam.
He additionally informed PA: “She was an amazing human being who was not just a great musician, artist, but one that would reach hearts of millions of people because of her voice but also because of the amazing content.
“Whatever she said, had a deep meaning. She had always had strong faith and conviction in God and that is what motivated her to study theology.
“She studied different faiths, religions and essentially, when she studied Islam it was for her like ‘This was the religion I was always looking for. This was exactly the faith I was always looking for. I was always a Muslim, but I never realised’.”
Dr Al-Qadri was additionally current because the Irish Muslim Council laid flowers by O’Connor’s grave.
He wrote on X, previously often known as Twitter: “May her family and loved ones find solace in the outpouring of love from the corners of this earth for this unique daughter of Ireland who moved so many hearts with her mighty voice and unflinching honesty as an artist, poet, and human being.”
The Islamic scholar additionally revealed O’Connor’s eulogy on-line saying he gave his “heartfelt gratitude” to her household and added that he was “humbled by the privilege” of delivering her service.
He wrote: “Just as Sinead O’Connor brought diverse souls together through her art, so have you orchestrated a symphony of unity during her final journey.
“Your noble gesture has transcended boundaries and connected strangers, echoing the very essence of Sinead’s legacy.
“In this shared moment of remembrance and prayer, we find ourselves united in a tapestry of love, compassion and reverence.
“May this ceremony be a testament to the enduring power of humanity’s collective spirit, as we bid farewell to a remarkable soul who touched us all.”