We have original recorded sources of our religion:
A) The Quran
B) Teachings of Muhammad
This is a very unique feature in Islam - not available in other ancient religions. And whenever we find answers in the Quran and teachings of Muhammad (Peace and blessings be upon him), (Hadith), we have no option but to accept fully and completely. As Allah says in His Book:
"But no, by your Lord (Allah), they can have no Iman (faith) until they make you (Muhammad (Peace and blessings be upon him)) the judge in matters wherein they dispute and then come away in total acceptance and compliance." [Noble Quran 4:65]
Bismillah Ar-Rahman Ar-Rahim
Thank you for your question concerning meat that we should or should not eat. This is a problem that many are faced with today, while living here in the West. Before the detailed questions arising from this topic, let us consider what has been preserved in the Quran for us as Muslims, for over 1,400 years:
Regarding food, we offer one of many places in Quran where Allah Speaks to us about this important subject:
The beginning of Chapter 5 (Surah Ma’idah)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful.
1. O you who believe! Fulfill (your) obligations. Lawful to you (for food) are all the beasts of cattle except that which will be announced to you (herein), game (also) being unlawful when you assume Ihram for Hajj or 'Umrah (pilgrimage). Verily, Allah commands that which He wills.
