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Many people ask whether selling and buying cats is halal or haram in Islam. The general rule in Islam is that buying and selling is halal (permissible), but what about the specific case of buying and selling cats?
To answer this, we must refer to sources that have a deep understanding of Islamic laws. We consulted an article on Rumaysho.com for guidance.
In the article titled "Is Selling and Buying Cats Haram?" the issue is addressed and answered.
The Islamic Ruling on Buying and Selling Cats
Evidence for the Prohibition of Selling Cats:
It is narrated from Jabir bin 'Abdillah, may Allah be pleased with him, that he said:
The Prophet (peace be upon him) prohibited the sale of dogs and cats. (Hadith narrated by Abu Dawood, no. 3479, and An-Nasa'i, no. 4672. Shaykh Al-Albani confirmed this hadith as authentic.)
In Sahih Muslim, Imam Nawawi includes a chapter titled:
"The Prohibition of the Sale Price of Dogs, the Fee of Fortune-Tellers, the Fee of Prostitutes, and the Prohibition of Selling Cats."
Abu Az-Zubair asked Jabir about the payment from selling dogs and cats. Jabir replied:
"The Prophet (peace be upon him) forbade such transactions." (Hadith narrated by Muslim, no. 1569)
Scholarly Opinions on the Sale of Cats in Islam:
Imam Nawawi's interpretation slightly differs. According to him, selling cats is considered makruh (discouraged) unless the cat serves a beneficial purpose.
Imam Nawawi (may Allah have mercy on him) said: “The prohibition of selling cats applies to cats that have no benefit. It could also be interpreted as a prohibition of a lesser degree (makruh). Since cats are often given as gifts, lent, or donated freely to help others, this is the common practice. However, if the cat is beneficial, the sale becomes permissible, and the proceeds from the sale are halal.”
This is the opinion held in the Shafi’i school of thought and by many other scholars. However, Ibnul Mundzir, along with Abu Hurairah, Thawus, Mujahid, and Jabir bin Zaid, stated that the sale of cats is not allowed.
Their reasoning is based on the hadith mentioned above that forbids it. The majority of scholars hold the opinion as previously mentioned, and this is the view we follow. (Syarh Sahih Muslim, 10: 213)
Conclusion Based on Evidence:
The strongest opinion is based on the clear evidence from the hadith. Selling cats remains haram, regardless of whether they are local, domestic, wild, or imported cats.
This is supported by the hadith mentioned above. Even if the intention is simply to cover the cost of food for the cat while it is in the seller's care, it is still prohibited. Even cats with certificates under the guise of adoption should not be sold.
Shaykh ‘Abdullah Al-Fauzan said: "The hadith that forbids the sale price of cats is authentic, and there is no contradiction. Al-Baihaqi even stated that adhering to the textual meaning of the hadith is preferred. If Imam Shafi’i had known about this prohibitive hadith, he would have followed its literal meaning, Insha’Allah."
Al-Baihaqi’s statement can be found in As-Sunan Ash-Shaghir (2:278). The majority of scholars who deviate from the literal meaning without supporting evidence should give preference to following the text of the hadith. Wallahu Ta’ala a'lam." (Minhah Al-‘Allam fii Syarh Bulugh Al-Maram, 6:42)
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- Al-Minhaj Syarh Shahih Muslim bin Al-Hajjaj. Cetakan pertama, Tahun 1433 H. Yahya bin Syarf An-Nawawi. Penerbit Dar Ibnu Hazm.
- Minhah Al-‘Allam fi Syarh Bulugh Al-Maram. Cetakan pertama, Tahun 1432 H. Syaikh ‘Abdullah bin Shalih Al-Fauzan. Penerbit Dar Ibnul Jauzi.