When did the funeral system start in Islam?

The funeral system in Islam began with the death of the Prophet Muhammad in 632 CE, which established the practices surrounding Islamic funerals. The funeral rites, including washing the body, shrouding it, performing the Salat al-Janazah (funeral prayer), and burial, are rooted in the teachings and traditions established by the Prophet. These practices have been consistently followed by Muslims ever since, guided by the principles found in the Quran and Hadith.