Cats in the Qur’an: 4 Places in Islam Cats Noted

Written by Anne Johnson in Breed

Cats have been around and in people’s lives throughout the ages. But is there a religious significance to them. Were they mentioned in the Qur’an?

We’ll take a look at any references in the Qur’an. We’ll also see if cats appear in any other writings of Islam. And find out if Muhammad liked Cats?

Are There Cats in Qur’an

Cats are not specifically mentioned in the Qur’an, the Islamic holy book. However, the Qur’an advocates for the proper treatment of all creatures, and the Prophet Muhammad is widely known to have had a great love and affection for cats.

Muhammad’s Love of Cats

It is said that Muhammad once cut off the sleeve of his garment rather than disturb a cat who was sleeping on it. This respect and admiration for cats is reflected in Islamic culture and many Muslims view cats as creatures to be loved and cared for.

Additionally, the Hadiths (collections of sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad) contain numerous references to cats, and they further emphasize the importance of treating them kindly.

4 Places in Islam Where Cats are Mentioned

  1. Sahih Bukhari: A woman was punished because she locked up a cat and it died of starvation.
  2. Sahih Muslim: The Prophet Muhammad forbade the killing of cats.
  3. Sahih Bukhari: The Prophet Muhammad allowed a cat to drink milk from a bow.
  4. Sahih Bukhari: The Prophet Muhammad said that a person who keeps a cat will receive blessings and that the cat’s presence in the home will chase away harmful creatures such as snakes and mice.

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These Hadiths illustrate the Prophet Muhammad’s love and affection for cats and encourages Muslims to treat them with kindness and respect. Additionally, Islamic teachings on the proper treatment of all creatures reinforce the importance of caring for cats and other animals.

While cats are not explicitly mentioned in the Qur’an, they are widely regarded as beloved creatures in Islamic culture, and their proper treatment is encouraged through the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and the Hadiths.

Anne Johnson

Cats of all ages have called our house home. The oldest cat was 23. We've made it our mission to help and promote cats. We've taken in strays, fed feral cats, adopted shelter cats and worked in animal shelters. This website's mission is to promote the health, safety and happiness of cats.

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