The ruling on keeping domestic birds in the house
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Question:
There is a question regarding keeping birds in the house: is it lawful or forbidden? This is the way to handle it:
Answer:
One may slaughter a hen and keep domestic birds that are eaten, provided that he provides them with the water and food they need, does not confine them in a cramped space, and places them in a suitable location. In other words, he should treat them well and raise them well, and not harm them. If he does that, there is no harm. May Allah reward you with good and do you good.
There is a question regarding keeping birds in the house: is it lawful or forbidden? This is the way to handle it:
Answer:
One may slaughter a hen and keep domestic birds that are eaten, provided that he provides them with the water and food they need, does not confine them in a cramped space, and places them in a suitable location. In other words, he should treat them well and raise them well, and not harm them. If he does that, there is no harm. May Allah reward you with good and do you good.
Source
نور على الدرب - الفوزان - 01/137 — archive.org (20:54)
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