Food, Halal & Slaughter · Subtopic
Animals & Pets
562 fatawa from 9 South African Darul Iftas on Animals & Pets, part of Food, Halal & Slaughter. Newest first; every fatwa links to the page where its Darul Ifta published it.
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Animals & Pets fatawa — page 14 of 15
- Ask Imaam19 May 2004
1. Is it permissible to eat kosher gelatin (as found in flavored yogurt)? 2. Is it permissible to eat sushi (spiced/flavored raw fish)?
1. Is it permissible to eat kosher gelatin (as found in flavored yogurt)? 2. Is it permissible to eat sushi (spiced/flavored raw fish)? 3. Is it…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Mar 2004
Would it be allowed to substitute "gelatin" and "glycerin" coated gelcapsules of fish oil for the fish oil itself?
Would it be allowed to substitute "gelatin" and "glycerin" coated gelcapsules of fish oil for the fish oil itself? I have been advised by my doctor…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 Oct 2003
In Islam, why dogs are considered impure animal?
All creatures are the creation of Allah Taãla and do deserve the recognition of being a creation of the Almighty. As much as Muslims detest even the…
Mufti Muhammad Kadwa - Ask Imaam18 Sep 2003
I once read that everything from the sea is halal for (Shafie) except when it resembles a pig/dog
In principle the Shafi'i madhhab regards all marine animals as halal. There does exist an opinion within the madhhab that excludes from…
Shaykh Taha Karaan - Ask Imaam8 Aug 2003
Two carions are made Halaal for us; Fish and locust.' (Mishkaat vol.2 pg.361). What is the authenticity of this hadith?
You quoted a hadith, where Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'Two carions are made Halaal for us; Fish and locust.' (Mishkaat vol.2…
Moulana Muhammad ibn Moulana Haroon Abassommar - Ask Imaam29 Jul 2003
1.Is it ok to take pills to increase sperm? 2. Is animal rennet halal or haraam?
1.As I have low sperm count I've started taking herbal (vegetarian) pills, which I found in an newspaper article. 2. Animal rennet is found in food…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam3 Jul 2003
1. Is there any medicine according to hadeeth for SINUS? 2. Is there any medicine for stopping the cold quickly? 2. I have running nose. drops on my cloth and masjid carpets. Is it najis?
Respected Mufti Sahib, Assalaamu alaikum(w.r.w.b), I'm suffering from SINUS for the past one decade. I often (may be once in a month) get affected…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam28 May 2003
How are shrimp crab and lobster halal ? How do most scholars know the difference between fish and shrimp are there scientists that help them research this?
When reciting quran after fatiha is it permissible to recite for example in the first rakat surah falaq and in the second surah quraysh , does the…
Mufti Muhammad Ashraf - Ask Imaam21 May 2003
I require clarification on a previous fatwa regarding mounting of fish.i would like to know if the same is applicable to other animals, eg mounting of deer, etc.
By Mufti Ebrahim Desai Posted: 18 Shawwal 1423, 23 December 2002 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 May 2003
Are decoration pieces made of Crystal or Marble allowed which depict different animals?
For example, a swan made of crystal? Also, are stuffed animals allowed to be kept in one's drawing room? People hunt these poor animals for fun and…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam17 Apr 2003
Is animal rennet Halal Only when it is from a Halal slaughtered animal or is it halal even when its from a Haram slaughtered animal?
According to Your website,Animal rennet is Halal.. My question is..Is animal rennet Halal Only when it is from a Halal slaughtered animal or is it…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam25 Mar 2003
What parts of a Halal animal are Haram to eat?
I have heard that in all Halal animals, there are 7 things that are Haraam to consume. For example blood, testicles, part of shit, part of urine…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam29 Jan 2003
Is reciting the name of Allah while slaughtering an animal obligatory?
Tasmiyah (Mentioning the Name of Allah: Is it fard or sunnah for zabeeha? What happens if the person does not recite the name of Allah: a) on…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam4 Nov 2002
What animals/seafoods cant we eat? Even if life depend on it? Arent all seafoods halaal?
Okay, I know that we cant eat pork. But anything from the sea? why not? I would like to know the reasons and extractions from relevant sources.Where…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 Sep 2002
Are the foll. Halal to eat? Clams, Crab, Tuna, Dolphins, Lobsters, Oysters, Octopus, Shellfish, Shrimp, Snails, Snakes
Clams ? we do not know what is Clams Crab ? no Tuna ? yes Dolphins ? no Lobsters ? no Oysters ? no Octopus ? no Shellfish ? no Shrimp ? no Snails ?…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam10 Sep 2002
can u feed your pet dog with pet food thatis not halaal?
It is not permissible to feed any animal with Haraam food. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam20 Aug 2002
Which parts of a non-Zabiha animal are considered pure?
a) Feathers, b) Beak, c) Bone, d) Milk, e) Eggs, f) Hooves. (Bahr al-Raaiq vol.1 pg.106; Rasheed Trust). The byproducts of such parts will be pure…
- Ask Imaam17 Aug 2002
can you kindly explain why fish and seafood is it already halal? why does not need to be slaughtered in a halal way?
Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) has stated that two forms of Maytah (unslaughtered animals) are Halaal for us, fish and locusts. According…
Moulana Imraan Vawda - Ask Imaam6 Aug 2002
Regarding pictures. I do know that angels don't enter the house in which animal resides or pictures are contained. But in todays times, it is so difficult not to have pictures at home. School books
Regarding pictures. I do know that angels don't enter the house in which animal resides or pictures are contained. But in todays times, it is so…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam24 Jul 2002
I have a question, if Animal is slaughter by shi'a even though they follow as Shari'ah prescribed us That he slaughters it via the known way
I have a question, if Animal is slaughter by shi'a even though they follow as Shari'ah prescribed us That he slaughters it via the known way…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Jun 2002
Is it permissable to make,wear or sell clothing and footwear made of wild animal skins eg. Elephant,Hippo Zebra etc ?
The skin of all animals besides a pig may be used after it is purified through the tanning process. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam1 Apr 2002
Is it permissible in Islam to eat Fish & Curd together?
We do not understand what you mean by 'Curd'. Kindly explain. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam15 Jul 2001
Please let me know what exactly "Makruh" is? Can we eat eggs, prawns etc.?
We have been told that these things can be taken, but being "Makruh" taking this is not a sin. Makruh: That which is disliked or detestable. Makruh…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam19 Jun 2001
Please advise whether Oysters fall under the same category as prawns and crabs, or are they permissible being fish. Please clarify whether prawns are halal or makrooh.
Assalaamu Alaykum Wa Rahmatullaahi Wa Barakaatuhu From seafood, only fish is made Halaal for us. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'Two…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 May 2001
Please provide with Ahadees regarding beef, it's benefits or disadvantages. Which fish is allowed? And Quran on CD.
Dear Mufti Sahib, Q.1. Please provide with Ahadees regarding beef, it's benefits or disadvantages. Q.2. How do we distinguish as to which fish are…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam9 May 2001
Is any seafood permissable? My Dad says eating shrimp, lobster etc is the same as eating pork,as it is forbidden for Hanafis. Is this correct?
From seafood, only fish is made Halaal for us. Rasulullah (Sallallaahu Alayhi Wasallam) said, 'Two carions are made Halaal for us; Fish and locust.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2001
Is it allowed to eat crisp,containg animal raniet
It is permissible. and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai FATWA DEPT.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam7 May 2001
I would like to know how to differentaite on the method of killing animals we can eat. (land and sea)
Now, my white friend asked me "so whats the difference method of slaughter" I told him that we can eat fish and that type of thing with out making…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam23 Feb 2001
Are crabs and lobsters Halal.
And May I have the proof for your answer.I was told that any creature which lives and dies in the sea is Halal food. But it is to my understanding…
for: Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam22 Feb 2001
after the stunning of an animal (here,a steel cone perforate the cranium),a little hole is done and blood is bleeding:is the animal halal at this step before the slaughtering?
There is doubt to know if the animal is still alive or not because some of them are not moving anymore after stunning and some are moving but…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 Dec 2000
I know that angels do not enter the house with pictures in them, but what is the ruling for looking at pictures, say of animals or my family or spouse?
At the outset, it is not permissible to take out and keep pictures of your spouse and family. And Allah Ta'ala knows best Mufti E.Desai
Mufti E.Desai - Ask Imaam15 Oct 2000
Could you please tell me, that here in Arizona every mouth watering stuff has Mono di Glyceride,which is assumed to be from animal source. If it is OK to eat such things. Please help.
Permissible to use. Was salaam Ahmad Kathrada ADMINISTRATOR
- Ask Imaam15 Oct 2000
From a Hanafi point of view, can we eat catfish?
As-Salaam Alaikum, I have been told by several people that for Muslims, it is not permissible to eat catfish. One of the many reasons being that it…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam6 Oct 2000
In Islam is it allowed to use products that contain animal ingredients such as sodium tallowate in soaps and shampoos?Is it ok to use products that contain glycerin or glycol?
1. It is permissible. 2. It is permissible and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best Mufti Ebrahim Desai FATWA DEPT.
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Sep 2000
What is the Shar'ee position with regards to eating raw fish?
Is this permissible?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam30 Sep 2000
Is it permissible to use shoes made out of the leather of those animals which have not been slaughtered according to the Islamic Shari'at?
It is permissible to use shoes made out of leader of any animal besides a pig which are not slaughtered according to Islamic rights. and Allah…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Sep 2000
I know that Muslims can´t eat pork. But what about raw fish or raw meat? Can Muslims eats raw meat like sushi or raw kibe steak?
The Quran specify about the danger of eating pork and other meals but not about raw meat like sushi or any other. I would like personal opinion…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Sep 2000
Are crab and shrimp forbidden to eat according to which mahzab?
I 've read somewhere that crabs and shrimp are forbidden in Hanafis. Is it true? What about the ruling of other mazhab?
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam21 Sep 2000
Reciting name upon Slaugtering of animals
Do not eat unless Allah's name has been taken and this (not taking Allah's name) practice is transgression' (Quran 6:121) For the animal to be…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai - Ask Imaam27 Aug 2000
Is crab and prawn (shrimp) a haram food?
According to the three Madhaahib, viz. Shaaf'ee, Maaliki and Hanbaliy, Crab and prawns are permissible, irrespective of them being fish or not.…
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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