Explore the wealth of knowledge about animals in Islam. Find comprehensive discussions on fiqh laws regarding animals, their halal and haram status, sacrificial animals, and stories about animals in the Quran and Hadith that are full of wisdom. A complete guide to human interaction with animals according to Islamic law.
This article explains the Shafi’i ruling on dogs in the chapter of ritual purity. Its focus is the legal status of dogs as najis mughallazhah—major impurity—what may transfer impurity, and how an affected object is purified. It does not attempt to cover every question about keeping dogs, hunting with dogs, or guard dogs. Those subjects … Read more
Have you ever seen piles of sacrificial animal hides in the mosque area and thought, “Instead of letting them go to waste, why not sell them for the mosque’s fund?” Or perhaps you received an overwhelming portion of Qurban meat and considered turning it into cash? While the intention might be noble, there are very … Read more
Knowing the criteria for defects in Qurban animals is an obligation for every Muslim intending to fulfill this sharia. Understanding the rulings on defective Qurban animals determines the validity of this annual act of worship. Therefore, we must always refer to the textual evidence (dalil) regarding Qurban defects based on the hadith and the explanations … Read more
The practice of joint qurban is very common in our communities. Usually, several people collect funds to buy a single sacrificial animal. This practice is frequently seen in mosques, neighborhoods, or schools. In Islamic jurisprudence (fiqh), this joint effort falls under the chapter of syirkah or shared ownership of funds and goods. Is Joint Qurban … Read more
Every year, as Eid al-Adha arrives, millions of Muslims worldwide execute the ritual sacrifice known as qurban (Udhiyah). However, many fail to recognize that the precise manner in which the sacrificial animal is slaughtered determines the validity of this profound act of worship—and fundamentally dictates whether the meat is legally lawful (halal) for human consumption. … Read more
Physical cleanliness and the purity of prayer spaces are absolute foundations for establishing daily prayers. Occasionally, we face trivial yet confusing situations. You might find a dead mosquito at the bottom of a drinking glass or accidentally crush a flea between your fingers until it bleeds. A fundamental question arises in the study of daily … Read more
School-of-law note: This article presents the Shafi‘i school as explained in Asna al-Mathalib, with supporting references from Fath al-Qarib and Al-Iqna’. It does not compare rulings across the schools of law. Najis mughallazhah is the Shafi‘i term for a major ritual impurity connected to dogs, pigs, and the offspring of either one. An affected object … Read more
For cat lovers or “paw parents,” playing with beloved pets is a moment of immense joy. However, there is one classic problem that frequently causes concern: shedding hair everywhere. You find it on the sofa, the bed, and often clinging to the clothes you intend to wear for worship. This condition naturally raises a significant … Read more