AMMAN — In a recent announcement, the
Jordanian Fatwa Department has issued a prohibition on the practice of
neutering cats, citing
concerns of torture and interference with their natural creation by God.
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Dr. Hassan Abu Arqoub, the official spokesperson for the
Fatwa Department stated that the prohibition is based on a narration attributed
to Ibn Abbas, a revered Islamic figure.
He referenced the statement, "The Messenger of Allah,
peace be upon him, forbade castration of animals and endurance of the
soul," as the foundation for the prohibition fatwa, Khaberni reported.
Highlighting the details, Arqoub clarified that the
prohibition of animal neutering, as reported by Al-Majmu' by Al-Nawawi,
specifically applies to non-edible animals. However, it is permissible to
neuter
edible animals when they are young due to the benefits derived from
their meat.
Therefore, it is not permitted to neuter an animal that is
not consumed, whether it is young or old.
Neutering is only allowed if it prevents established harm
and actual damage. Islamic Sharia aims to alleviate hardship and avert harm, as
explained by Imam Ibn Mazah Al-Bukhari, the Hanafi scholar, who stated,
"There is no harm in neutering foxes if it brings benefits or prevents
harm" (Al-Muhit al-Burhani 5/376).
Another prominent scholar,
Imam Ibn Rushd Al-Jadd, quoted
Malik as saying, "If a horse howls and refuses to mate, I see no harm in
neutering it in this manner" (Al-Bayan wa al-Tahsil 2/557).
He emphasized that demonstrating kindness to cats and dogs
should be accomplished by leaving them in their natural state as created by
Allah.
Moreover, Arqoub pointed out that raising dogs for purposes
such as guarding, hunting, or other permissible needs is permissible according
to Islamic teachings. However, the possession and sale of dogs solely for
ornamentation or trade are prohibited.
The Fatwa Department's decision aims to uphold the sanctity
of animals and respect their natural state as ordained by God. As the news
spreads, it sparks discussions about animal welfare and the importance of
adhering to religious teachings while considering the well-being of creatures
in society.
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