WHAT IS HARAM

By Mohammed El-Mouelhy

DEFINITIONS:

The meaning of the word haram is:"Not permitted, not allowed, unauthorized, unapproved, unsanctioned, unlawful, illegal, illigitimate or illicit."

When used in relation to food or drink in any form whatsoever it means that it is not permitted and unfit for consumption by Muslims.

HARAM PRODUCTS:

A product is considered Haram if it comes into contact with or as a whole or in part contains:

1. Animals not slaughtered in a halal manne.

2. Pig, Dog, Donkey or Carnivores.

3. Dead animals due to stangulation. a blow to the head (as in clubbing), a headlong fall, natural causes (carrion), being gored or attacked by another animal.

4. Animals having protruding canine teeth such as monkeys, cats, and lions.

5. Amphibious animals such as frogs, crocodiles, and turtles.

6. Undesirable insects such as worms, flies, and cockroaches.

7. Birds or pray with talons such as owls, and eagles.

8. Alcohol, harmful substances, poisonous and intoxicationg plants or drinks.

9. Blood

Mohamed El-Mouelhy
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