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sheet is called the lower garment, and it covers the entire body
from the head to the feet. It should be approximately two feet
wider than the deceased after wrapping. The second sheet is called
the winding sheet, and it is approximately two feet longer and two
feet wider than the deceased after wrapping. Moderation should
be observed in measuring the sheets to avoid using an excessive
amount of material.

To begin shrouding a man the large winding sheet is spread out
and the lower garment is placed on it. The deceased is placed in the
shirt, with his arms lying along his sides. A turban is made for him
and placed upon his head. The body is then placed upon the lower
garment, which is folded over his left side first, and then over his
right side. The large winding sheet is then folded over in the same
manner. After folding, the garments are tied at the top of the head,
at the hips and at the bottom of the feet. They are not untied until
after the deceased has been placed in the grave, or before the coffin
is sealed for burial. (See illustrations 10-13, page 231-234.)
In shrouding a woman it is proper to use a long, loose sleeveless