Kindness to animals is strongly recommended in Islam and can attract Allah's mercy.
In Islam, kindness to animals is strongly recommended. The Holy Quran and the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) emphasize the importance of compassion and goodness to all of God's creations. In Surah Al-An'am, verse 38, Allah reminds humans that animals are part of His creations and must be treated with care. This verse teaches us that every creature on earth was created by Allah, and we must show them respect. Additionally, in a hadith reported by the Prophet (PBUH), it is stated that anyone who gives water to an animal will be granted Allah's mercy. This shows that being kind to animals is not only a good deed but can also attract divine mercy. Muslims are obligated to follow humane practices even when slaughtering animals and to handle them compassionately without inflicting pain. In fact, even in these matters, we should avoid harming them. The religious teachings tell us that if someone shows kindness to an animal, they will receive great rewards in the sight of Allah. Therefore, we must love and care for animals so that as an Islamic community, we can uphold morality and humanity in our lives.
And do not say to those who give you a greeting, 'You are not a believer,' seeking the goods of worldly life; but with Allah are many acquisitions.
Once upon a time, there was a man named Hassan who loved animals. Every day after work, he would go to the park and feed the cats and dogs. He felt that this act not only helped the animals but also brought joy to his heart. One day, while Hassan was feeding a cat, he noticed a little kitten sitting beside him trembling from hunger. Hassan immediately thought and gave some of his food to the small kitten as well. He felt good inside and realized that loving and being kind to animals is a way to love and appreciate life.