Halal and Haram in Food

A Surah is a chapter of the Glorious Quran.

Shariah refers to the moral code and religious law for Muslims.

Halal means lawful, allowed, or permitted.

<p>The Quran was revealed over a period of 23 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hadith refers to the written record of Muhammad's (pbuh) life and thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Haram means prohibited and unlawful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Halal principles must be applied in the way business is conducted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Halal influences the treatment of fellow Muslims, including gender relations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Quran is considered the literal word of God and provides ethical standards and practices that a good Muslim should follow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Al-Ma'idah discusses the relationship with food, particularly the guidelines on the animals that can be consumed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sunnah embodies the practices of Prophet Muhammad, while Hadith records his sayings, guiding Muslims in various aspects of daily life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shariah Law provides guidelines set by God that Muslims must follow, covering all aspects including diet, hygiene, and prayer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ulama set rules that instruct Muslims on appropriate actions, influencing areas such as marriage, divorce, and international law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muslims refrain from drinking alcohol because it is perceived as God's will, not merely a governmental law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dilemmas may occur when contemporary issues do not have clear guidance in Shariah, necessitating interpretation or scholarly insight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethical standards in the Quran set the foundation for a good Muslim's behavior, dictating how they should live their life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Carnivorous animals, land animals without external ears, and animals improperly slaughtered are prohibited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mistreatment of animals is considered a sin in Islam.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muslims view animals as creatures dependent on God and valuable in their own right.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The prophet ordered the burning of an ants' nest after being bitten by an ant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) chastised individuals who mistreated animals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is forbidden to strike or beat an animal and to brand or mark them without just cause.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Islam encourages killing animals like scorpions and rats, while forbidding the killing of bees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Foods contaminated with prohibited products and those prepared using non-cleansed utensils are forbidden.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Islamic judges (qadis) work alongside religious scholars (ulama) to analyze similar situations and apply the principle of qiyas to gain insights into God's will.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Islamic judges must apply the principle of consensus (ijma') to guide their decisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Halal food is defined as what is permissible in Islam, meaning it is lawful for consumption unless specifically stated otherwise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All foods must be produced in hygienic conditions to prevent contamination by food pathogens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The method of slaughter must follow specific guidelines known as Al-Dabah/Al-Zaba, ensuring humane treatment of the animal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examples of halal food include plant products, halal slaughtered meat, poultry, certain wild and non-predatory animals, and all water creatures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A Muslim can eat haram food only when it is necessary to avoid dying, consuming only the amount needed to survive (darurat).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examples of haram food include pork, alcohol, and animals not slaughtered according to halal guidelines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dead animals, blood, and the flesh of swine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The game of the sea and its food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A good deed done to an animal is as meritorious as one done to a human.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The name of Allah.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Quran 6:121.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eating that upon which the name of Allah has not been mentioned.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is regarded as a great sin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>From cattle, humans derive warmth and numerous benefits, including food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cutting off body parts of living animals, mental cruelty, and hunting animals for sport are prohibited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The slaughterman must be a mature and pious Muslim of sound mind, fully understanding halal slaughter fundamentals, and approved by religious authorities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Animals must be well-fed, not hungry or thirsty, and allowed to rest before slaughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This phrase acknowledges the sanctity of the act and demonstrates a religious intention behind the slaughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The premises, equipment, and the condition of the animals must be classified according to Shariah law, and the animal must be cleaned before slaughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This practice is intended to reduce fear and stress for the animal being slaughtered.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A veterinary surgeon certifies that the animal is alive, healthy, and free from diseases or injuries before slaughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stunning is not allowed to ensure that the slaughtering process maintains the animal's awareness at the time of death, aligning with Islamic principles.</p> Signup and view all the answers