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In her book Prophet Mohammad, PBUH, a Pioneer of the Environment … |
In her book Prophet Mohammad, PBUH, a Pioneer of the Environment, Francesca De Chatel says about Prophet Mohammad: “He (SAW) was a strong proponent of the sustainable use and cultivation of land and water, proper treatment of animals, plants and birds, and the equal rights of users. In this context the modernity of the Prophet's (SAW) view of the environment and the concepts he introduced to his followers is particularly striking; certain passages of the hadith could easily be mistaken for discussions about contemporary environmental issues.” It could be said that the time of Prophet Mohammad, PBUH, was a time when ignorance prevailed for people looked at animals as creatures with no value, feelings or emotions. Prophet Mohammad, PBUH, however, commanded believers to take good care of creatures; he even called one of his great companions “Abu Hurairah” and hurairah in Arabic means kitten and Prophet Mohammad, PBUH, called him Abu Hurairah to encourage and support him for taking care of cats and treating them kindly. Thus, Prophet Mohammad, PBUH, is worthy of being described as the Prophet of mercy to mankind and all creatures. Allah, the great says:
“We sent thee not, but as a Mercy for all creatures.” Anbiya'a or the Prophets: 21: 107
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By: Abduldaem Al-Kaheel
