Unlike dogs, cats have been revered for centuries in Muslim culture. So much so, that one of Prophet Muhammad's companions was known as Abu Hurairah (Father of the Kittens) for his attachment to cats. The Prophet himself was a great cat-lover– Muezza was the name of his favourite cat.25-Jul-2021
Why Abu Hurairah called father of cats?
Life as Muslim Abu Hurairah accompanied Tufayl to Mecca to meet Muhammad who renamed him Abd al-Rahman ("servant of the Merciful") from Abd al Sham, or some said Abd al Ghanm. it was said that he found a wild kitten, so he took it in his sleeve, which is the reason he was named Abu Hurairah (father of the kitten).
Did Prophet Muhammad have a cat Muezza?
Many Muslims believe that Muezza (or Muʿizza; Arabic: معزة) was Muhammad's favorite cat. Muhammad awoke one day to the sounds of the adhan. Preparing to attend prayer, he began to dress himself; however, he soon discovered his cat Muezza sleeping on the sleeve of his prayer robe.
Why did the Prophet Muhammad have a cat?
One says that the cat saved Muhammad from the deadly bite of a venomous snake. Another relates a time when Muezza was asleep on Muhammad's robe when the call to prayers sounded. Although most people would have simply shooed away the cat, Muhammad instead cut off the sleeve of his robe so Muezza could rest in peace.
Can I name my cat Muezza?
No, you do not have to give your cat a Muslim name. Also, unlike the western nations where people may feel flattered (sort of) if someone names their cat or dog after them, the same is not always true of Muslims.
Is having a dog haram?
Originally Answered: Are dogs harm in Islam? Dogs themselves, are not Haram. If you want, you can keep a dog as a pet. Although, you cannot keep a dog inside your house or let its slobber(saliva) touch you.
Can a cat touch the Quran?
Cats are considered pure animals, as such if you lead them by the nose with sealed packet of their food, they will not walk across the Qur'an to get to their food. This works with any cat, (stray, household pet, neighbours cat etc) using Arabic or English and Arabic Qur'ans.
Is it allowed to buy cats in Islam?
One of Muhammad's companions was known as Abu Hurairah (Father of the kittens) for his attachment to cats. BUT, it's not permissible to buy or sell a cat, they can only be 'found' or given. Try and explain to your parents that you will take care of it, that you will treat it with reverence.
