Muezza (or Muʿizza) (Arabic: معزة) is said to have been the Islamic prophet Muhammad's favorite cat.[1][2] According to legend, Muhammad one day awoke at the sound of the call to prayer. Preparing to attend, he began to clothe himself; however, he soon discovered Muezza sleeping on the sleeve of his robe. Rather than wake her, he used a pair of scissors to cut the sleeve off, leaving the cat undisturbed. When he returned from prayers, the prophet received a bow from Muezza in thanks. He then stroked his beloved cat three times. The accuracy of this story is not clear, as no references to it are made in the Quran or the Hadith.
Due primarily to the love Muhammad displayed for Muezza, Muslims are traditionally encouraged to regard cats as lovable and cherished creatures. Mistreating an animal is seen as among the most severe of all crimes in Islam.[3][4]
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muezza
Anyone ever hear of this?
Its so funny. Since we began our Fast this year, a cat has been hanging around outside on our porch. We started feeding this cat various foods. We were thinking we will gain reward for feeding this little cat, and plus it's Ramadan. On day 3 of the fast this cat (mama) brought her babies, 4 of them. WOW what a Blessing
Due primarily to the love Muhammad displayed for Muezza, Muslims are traditionally encouraged to regard cats as lovable and cherished creatures. Mistreating an animal is seen as among the most severe of all crimes in Islam.[3][4]
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muezza
Anyone ever hear of this?
Its so funny. Since we began our Fast this year, a cat has been hanging around outside on our porch. We started feeding this cat various foods. We were thinking we will gain reward for feeding this little cat, and plus it's Ramadan. On day 3 of the fast this cat (mama) brought her babies, 4 of them. WOW what a Blessing