Always the first word that comes to mind when we discuss the religion of Islam is unity. Islam is a way of life that promotes peace, integrity, dignity, humility, justice and mercy and all these qualities are combined with serenity (calmness) that comes from obedience to Almighty Allah.
Perhaps the greatest of these qualities is mercy. It is one of the Quran's defining concepts.
Perhaps the greatest of these qualities is mercy. It is one of the Quran's defining concepts.
“Certainly, We have brought them a Book (the Quran) which We have explained in detail with knowledge, - guidance, and a mercy to a people who believe.” (Quran 7:52)
Grace is that ethereal ideal that expresses gentleness, grace, empathy, meditation, commitment, and forgiving. When these attributes are found in this universe, they are merely a reflection of the mercy of Allah in His existence. Allah said clearly that
Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of Allah be upon him, was a mercy
for all of creation, not just his family and friends Or the Arab country, or the people of the seventh century A.D., and not the people alone.
“And We have sent you O Muhammad
not but as a mercy for all of humankind, jinn, and all that exists.” (Quran 21:107)
Allah, the Originator of humans a Allah, the Creator of humans and animals, has made us subject to animals. nd animals, has made us subject to animals.For the food we eat and the milk we drink, we rely on animals.For love and companionship, we bring animals to our homes.Because of clinical animal research, we survive serious disease and live longer.
To gain respect for the amazing diversity of life on earth, we visit zoos and aquariums.
We take advantage of specially trained dogs that detect drugs, guide the blind, and help the disabled.
To gain respect for the amazing diversity of life on earth, we visit zoos and aquariums.
We take advantage of specially trained dogs that detect drugs, guide the blind, and help the disabled.
Allah says in the Quran:
"And for you, the cattle, He made them. You have warm clothes and (other) advantages in them, and you feed from them. And therein is beauty for you, when you drive them back (home) and when you send them out (to pasture).And they're carrying your heavy loads to regions you couldn't reach but to yourself with great distress. Surely your Lord is Compassionate, Merciful.And (he made) horses, mules and asses for you to ride on them and as an ornament.
And He creates something you don't know." (Quran 16:5-8)
The mercy of Islam extends beyond
human beings to all living creations of Allah.
Islam prohibits cruelty to animals. Islam required kindness to animals
and cruelty to them a sufficient reason for a person to be thrown into the
Fire!
The embodiment of kindness was Prophet Muhammad, showing compassion to all those around him, parents, children, acquaintances, strangers, and even enemies.
He also treated with respect and mercy the environment and animals.
He taught his followers that they should be treated with dignity and due care as animals are part of the creation of God.
Prophet Muhammad's teachings remind us that humanity has been brought on this planet to be the guardian of the existence of God.
The words and deeds of Prophet Muhammad make it clear that it is not only completely unacceptable to cause defenseless beings pain and suffering, but we will also be accountable to God for it.
He also treated with respect and mercy the environment and animals.
He taught his followers that they should be treated with dignity and due care as animals are part of the creation of God.
Prophet Muhammad's teachings remind us that humanity has been brought on this planet to be the guardian of the existence of God.
The words and deeds of Prophet Muhammad make it clear that it is not only completely unacceptable to cause defenseless beings pain and suffering, but we will also be accountable to God for it.
"If anyone kills a sparrow for sport, on the Day of Judgment the sparrow will cry out,"
O Lord!
That person killed me in vain! For any useful purpose, he didn't kill me.
O Lord!
That person killed me in vain! For any useful purpose, he didn't kill me.
The prophet was so emphatic about feeding animals; no matter how great they are, feeding animals or helping them to drink will remit your sins. Planting a tree from which a wild bird can feed is sure to bring you rewards.Starving an animal to death will be mete out with hell.
The Prophet Muhammad, may Allah's grace and blessings be on him,
Islam expects humanity to treat with respect and dignity all animals (all living creatures-birds, sea creatures, and insects). Prophet Muhammad
continuously advised people to show kindness.
He forbade the practice of cutting tails and manes of horses, of
branding animals at any soft spot, and of keeping horses saddled
unnecessarily.
If the Prophet saw, any animal over-burdened or ill fed he would speak mildly to the owner and say, “Fear Allah in your treatment of animals.”
Living creatures must not be overburdened, abused, or tortured and doing so will surely result in Allah’s just punishment. A true believer in Allah shows his belief in respect for the whole of creation, and the character and actions of Prophet Muhammad are a shining example of respect for all.for all that exists.
If the Prophet saw, any animal over-burdened or ill fed he would speak mildly to the owner and say, “Fear Allah in your treatment of animals.”
However, refraining from physical
cruelty is not enough; abstaining from mental cruelty is equally as
important. Even a bird’s emotional
distress should be treated seriously.One of the companions of Prophet Muhammad says, "We were on a journey and we saw a bird with its two chicks during the absence of the Prophet; we took them.
In the sky, the mother bird was approaching us, pounding her wings in sorrow.
When Prophet Muhammad came back, he said, "Who has hurt the feelings of this bird by taking his chicks? Return them to her.”
In the sky, the mother bird was approaching us, pounding her wings in sorrow.
When Prophet Muhammad came back, he said, "Who has hurt the feelings of this bird by taking his chicks? Return them to her.”
A Companion of the Prophet came to him in another story, holding baby chicks in his clothes and noting that the mother bird had floated over them.He was sent back to the same bush to return the chicks.
Pagan superstitions and polytheistic practices in pre-Islamic times included acts of torture and animal cruelty.
Islam condemned this and put a stop to all such practices.
When Prophet Muhammad and his companions migrated to Medina, they saw people cut off the humps of camels and sheep's fat tails for food.
The Prophet forbade them from doing this, saying, "Whatever is cut off from an animal while it is still alive, it is carrion and it is unlawful to eat." In Islam, the laws of slaughtering animals are very stringent and set.
It is essential to protect animals from pain and undue suffering
Pagan superstitions and polytheistic practices in pre-Islamic times included acts of torture and animal cruelty.
Islam condemned this and put a stop to all such practices.
When Prophet Muhammad and his companions migrated to Medina, they saw people cut off the humps of camels and sheep's fat tails for food.
The Prophet forbade them from doing this, saying, "Whatever is cut off from an animal while it is still alive, it is carrion and it is unlawful to eat." In Islam, the laws of slaughtering animals are very stringent and set.
It is essential to protect animals from pain and undue suffering
“Allah has ordained kindness (and
excellence) in everything. If you want to kill (animals), do it in the best way, and when you slaughter, do it in the best way by sharpening the first, and putting
the animal at ease.”
If you set your dog (for chase), mention Allah's name if he catches the match and you hit it while it is still alive, cut, its throat quickly (so it won’t suffer).”
In the treatment of animals, human beings must strike a balance,Allah has put all living creatures on this planet for our benefit,They are not on the same level as humans, but they should not be treated with cruel treatment either,It is the duty of humanity to see that the elements provide food, water, and shelter.
Living creatures must not be overburdened, abused, or tortured and doing so will surely result in Allah’s just punishment. A true believer in Allah shows his belief in respect for the whole of creation, and the character and actions of Prophet Muhammad are a shining example of respect for all.for all that exists.
In this regard, as Ibn Umar said: "I heard the Messenger of Allah say, whoever mutilates a living creature and then does not repent, God will make him mutilated on the Day of Judgment”
For the
sake of brevity, we condense animals rights granted by Mohammed the messenger
of Islam in the following points:
- Animals are to be protected against any harm.
- Animals are to be given utmost care
- Animals are to be lavished with mercy
- Animals are to be fed
- Animals are not to be overburdened or oppressed
- Animals are to be given health care.
- Animals are to live in clean environment
- Animals are not to be cursed
- Animals are not to be mutilated.
- Animals should not be killed for food
- Nothing to be held in their necks lest they are suffocated.
- Baby animals are to given full suckling
- Animals are not to be burnt with fire
- Before other animals, animals are not slaughtered in the best way.
- Animals are not to be given bad food.
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