What is the ruling in Islam regarding the dissection of the bodies of the deceased for the purpose of studying them, as is done in existing medical colleges?
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The questioner : What is the ruling in Islam regarding the dissection of the bodies of the deceased for the purpose of studying them, as is done in existing medical colleges?
The Shaykh : There is no doubt that it is not permissible to dissect a Muslim corpse, because his sanctity in death is like his sanctity in life. As stated in a hadith narrated by Abu Dawud with a sound chain, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:Sunan Ibn Majah 1616Hasan (Darussalam) This indicates the prohibition of subjecting him to dissection, breaking, or the like. As for one who has no sanctity, this is a matter of consideration. We may say that it is forbidden because the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) forbade mutilation, saying: We may also say that it is permissible because the intention is not mutilation, but rather benefit. There is a difference between one who intends mutilation and revenge, and one who intends benefit without the intention of revenge. And Allah knows best.
The questioner : May Allah reward you. This message is from the listener Husayn Mahmud Musa from the Arab Republic of Egypt, Aswan. He sent several questions. The first question says:
The Shaykh : There is no doubt that it is not permissible to dissect a Muslim corpse, because his sanctity in death is like his sanctity in life. As stated in a hadith narrated by Abu Dawud with a sound chain, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
Breaking the bones of the deceased is like breaking his bones when he is alive.
كسر عظم الميت ككسره حياًDo not mutilate.
لا تمثّلواThe questioner : May Allah reward you. This message is from the listener Husayn Mahmud Musa from the Arab Republic of Egypt, Aswan. He sent several questions. The first question says: