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About the term “Halal”

According to the Islamic guidelines, the animal must be treated kindly and humanely both before and during the slaughter. This includes raising the animal as naturally as possible and using gentle, restraint methods at slaughtering time.

 

The slaughter of a Halal animal is called "zabihah" and there are certain guidelines to follow:

• Allah's (God's) name must be pronounced during slaughter.

• The instrument must be very sharp to ensure humane slaughter. The animal must be slit at the throat.  When done properly the animal dies quickly and without fear.

• The animal must not be unconscious

• The animal must be hung upside down and allowed to bleed dry. Eating blood is not Halal.

• These steps must be accomplished by a Muslim or one from the People of the Book (Christian or Jew).  Many observant Muslims find Kosher meat acceptable.

• The animal must have been fed a natural diet that did not contain animal by-products.