Arbaeen
“I was really happy with the speech. It went down very well and everyone was very impressed! You did a great job.” – Yasir K.
With Muslims being buried so quickly after the death, there is little time to collect one’s thoughts for a eulogy. The speaker is often in shock, and the emotions raw.
The Arbaeen allows some time for preparation and reflection. The first place to start is by gathering information. Hopefully you are marking the end of a long life, and it is important to have all the facts before you begin a draft speech.
We have developed a bunch of questions for this purpose and are delighted to send them to you (whether or not you intend to use us to write or edit your draft). Please let us know if you’d like us to email them through.
Once you have a wealth of information to work with, you will want to consider:
- The balance you wish to create between humour and sincerity in your speech. Ideally you do not go to extremes, but create a light and amusing memory, peppered with nostalgia and sadness.
- The theme at the very heart of your words. This is vital. Rather than just running through the life of the deceased in chronological order, it can be brilliant to link the various stories and memories to something that meant most to them. When we have written for Arbaeens in the past, themes have included the love of a particular country, the game of cricket and the world of business. These were the things that meant most to the deceased, and, as a result, they bring the facts to life.
- Religious references. This is clearly a very personal decision, but it is vital that it is relevant to the deceased and the guests. Too much can turn some people off. Too little can be offensive. We can discuss this in more detail.
Other considerations include the length of speech, the best way to cope with emotion while you deliver it, and how to decide what not to include.
Can Great Speech Writing help with my Arbaeen speech?
Absolutely. Great Speech Writing crafts Arbaeen speeches as thoughtful memorials, including reflections on a long life well lived, highlighting meaningful stories, and evoking themes of legacy, gratitude and faith. Our aim is to help you deliver a message of peace and remembrance that honours the person’s character and provides comfort to those gathered.
What kind of tone should I use for my Arbaeen speech?
Great Speech Writing recognises that Arbaeen marks a deep spiritual and communal moment. Your speech is an opportunity to reflect on a life, acknowledge loss, and connect with the gathering in a calm, respectful way. We will be happy to either be advised by you on the tone you wish to take, or we can give you advice and guidance to ensure your speech is just right.
How does Great Speech Writing handle short notice or urgent Arbaeen speeches?
We have a great deal of experience working under tight timelines. If you need an Arbaeen speech quickly, we can gather memories and details via phone or questionnaire, produce a well-crafted draft, and refine it with your feedback, all while keeping emotional depth and sensitivity intact. Working with an experienced team means we can offer a service which works out of the normal office hours.
What makes Great Speech Writing especially good at writing Arbaeen speeches?
With years of experience in memorial and funeral speechwriting, Great Speech Writing brings empathy, structure and spiritual sensitivity. Our writers know how to weave personal stories with reflections on faith and legacy, creating speeches that resonate meaningfully and bring solace. Our careful process ensures authenticity and respect.
What is the process when I commission Great Speech Writing to write an Arbaeen speech?
First, we’ll ask you to share memories of your loved one, their character, and any themes you want to highlight. We will work by phone or send you a questionnaire to fill out in your own time , it’s totally up to you depending on how you prefer to work. Next we’ll produce a draft that you can review. We refine the speech until it feels heartfelt and fitting for the occasion.
We are happy to discuss all this with you, to look at a draft you have attempted, or to help you start the entire process from scratch. We can work at short notice should this be necessary.
Please call us on 0207 118 1600, contact us by email, or, if it’s more convenient, fill-in the contact form on the right hand side of this page and we’ll get straight back to you.
“Fantastic! Although it was still emotional, it was great to have some levity. Some parts really cracked us up! We are really pleased. Thank you.” – Marukh H.
